Trump Threatens “Total Destruction” After U.S. Hits Iran’s Kharg Island
U.S. strikes on Iran’s Kharg Island and a direct threat from President Donald Trump are pushing tensions to a critical point, with a hard deadline tied to global oil routes.
According to Reuters and the Associated Press, U.S. forces hit military targets on the island while avoiding oil infrastructure, even as Trump warned “a whole civilization will die tonight” if Iran refuses to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran immediately rejected the ultimatum and signaled retaliation, raising fears of a wider regional conflict.
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Multiple outlets report additional strikes across Iran, including infrastructure sites, while early casualty figures remain unclear and contested.
Legal analysts cited by The Guardian say threats to civilian systems could violate international law, adding another layer of risk.
With the deadline set for 8 p.m. Eastern, the situation remains volatile, and the next move from either side could rapidly escalate beyond contained strikes.
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