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Trump threatens to 'obliterate' Iran power plants if Strait of Hormuz is not reopened within 48 hours

Trump warned Iran of strikes on power plants if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, a waterway critical to 20% of global oil supply, escalating regional tensions.

  • On Saturday, President Donald Trump issued a 48-hour deadline via Truth Social for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face U.S. strikes on its power plants.
  • Following strikes beginning on Feb. 28, Iran has effectively blocked the Strait of Hormuz, which carries around 20 of global oil, causing a supply shock.
  • Iran operates large civilian power stations such as Damavand , Kerman , and Ramin .
  • Iranian government and military commands warned they would target regional energy, IT, and desalination infrastructure if attacked, raising risks of regional escalation and civilian service disruptions.
  • A joint statement by 22 countries urged reopening the strait and offered help, while the U.S. Treasury permitted sales of Iranian oil already loaded on tankers, as many allies declined to deploy warships.
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KSDK broke the news in St. Louis, United States on Saturday, March 21, 2026.
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