Trump Issues “Civilization Will Die Tonight” Threat as Oil Jumps Above $110
Oil prices are spiking and markets are turning volatile after President Donald Trump warned Iran that “a whole civilization will die tonight,” escalating fears of a wider war.
The threat came as the U.S. carried out strikes on Iran’s key oil hub at Kharg Island and pushed a deadline for Tehran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a route that handles about 20% of global oil supply.
According to Reuters and the IEA, crude surged above $110 per barrel as supply disruptions deepened and global inflation risks climbed.
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But markets remain divided. Some analysts told MarketWatch that price movement has been uneven, suggesting traders are still unsure whether full-scale escalation will happen.
Meanwhile, CBS News and Fortune reported Trump’s warning has triggered international alarm, with legal experts raising concerns about potential war crimes tied to targeting infrastructure.
The situation remains fluid, with investors watching oil flows, military updates, and diplomatic signals closely.
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