What the US military could do if Iran fails to meet Trump's ultimatum

The US can do a lot of damage to civilian infrastructure but military experts say it's not feasible to carry out all Trump's threats.

President Trump issued a stark ultimatum to Iran, warning of potential destruction if Tehran fails to reopen the Strait of Hormuz by a critical deadline, escalating tensions significantly.

The article discusses the ethical and legal dilemmas facing U.S. military officers in light of former President Trump's threats to bomb Iran's civilian infrastructure, raising concerns about potential war crimes.

Euronews analyzes President Trump's ultimatum to Iran, discussing the potential expiration and seriousness of his threat to 'blow up everything' if Iran fails to meet the deadline.

President Trump threatened to annihilate the Iranian nation if a deal is not reached to reopen the Strait of Hormuz by 8 p.m. ET, escalating tensions significantly.

Iran's central military command dismissed President Trump's recent ultimatum, characterizing the American president's rhetoric as 'a helpless, nervous, unbalanced and stupid action.'

The article discusses the potential actions the U.S. military could take if Iran fails to meet President Trump's ultimatum, highlighting the challenges and implications of such military interventions.

On April 4, 2026, President Trump issued a stark ultimatum to Iran, warning that "hell will reign down" if the country does not open the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours. This statement comes as the expiration of a 10-day deadline looms, with Trump previously threatening to target Iran’s energy, water, and oil infrastructure if no agreement is reached.