President Donald Trump escalated his threats to target Iran’s infrastructure if it does not open up the Strait of Hormuz, warning the country will be “living in Hell” in an expletive-filled message on social media Sunday. “Tuesday will be Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day, all wrapped up in one, in Iran,” Trump wrote on Truth Social, his social media platform. Open the Fuckin’ Strait, you crazy bastards, or you’ll be living in Hell — JUST WATCH! Trump’s warning also sowed more whiplash for allies after a week of mixed messages about his plans for the strait. Ask The Post AIDive deeper“The president in his national address the other night suggested the Strait of Hormuz is not an objective for us,” McGurk said, and now, he is suggesting it is.

Source: Washington Post April 05, 2026 20:28 UTC