U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, warning of devastating consequences if Tehran fails to comply. The warning was delivered through a post on Trump’s social media platform, Truth Social, where he reminded followers of his earlier demand for Iran to either reach an agreement or reopen the vital waterway within ten days. He stated that only 48 hours remain before Iran faces what he described as a catastrophic outcome.

The Strait of Hormuz is a critical route for global energy supplies, handling a large share of the world’s daily oil shipments. Recent conflicts have heightened tensions in the area, leading to instability in global energy markets. Iran has defended its decision to restrict access, citing its right to self-defense, but said the waterway remains open to ships not linked to the United States, Israel, or their allies.

The situation has added pressure to international diplomatic efforts and raised concerns about potential disruptions to global oil flows.