Iran has rejected U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat to destroy key Iranian infrastructure if Tehran fails to agree to a peace deal within 48 hours. The warning, issued through Trump’s social media platform Truth Social, demanded that Iran open the Strait of Hormuz by Monday or face severe consequences. In his post, Trump reiterated that the deadline was approaching and warned that “hell” would descend on Iran if it did not comply.

In response, Iran’s central military headquarters, Khatam al-Anbiya, issued a statement dismissing Trump’s ultimatum. General Ali Abdollahi Aliabadi described the U.S. president’s remarks as “helpless, confused, unbalanced, and irrational.” He further warned that Trump’s message implied that “the gates of hell” would open for the United States if it acted on its threats.

The exchange underscores escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran over control of the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a vital global oil route. The situation remains volatile as both sides trade warnings without signs of de-escalation.