U.S. President Donald Trump issued a renewed warning against Iran during a White House press conference on Monday. He said that if Iran refuses to agree to a ceasefire, the United States could destroy key infrastructure, including bridges and power plants. Trump claimed that every bridge in Iran could be destroyed by midnight Tuesday and that power stations could be rendered inoperable. He added that the United States does not seek such an outcome but could act swiftly if necessary. When asked whether attacks on civilian infrastructure might constitute war crimes, Trump avoided the question and rebuked a journalist from The New York Times.

Trump stated that Iran must meet U.S. conditions, including keeping the Strait of Hormuz open, halting its ballistic missile program, and dismantling its nuclear program. He emphasized that Iran would never be allowed to obtain nuclear weapons. Meanwhile, Iran’s state news agency reported that Tehran rejected the ceasefire proposal and demanded permanent conflict resolution, safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, war damage compensation, and sanctions removal.

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has disrupted global energy markets, pushing oil prices above $115 per barrel. Iran’s foreign minister has intensified diplomatic outreach to countries such as India, Russia, and Turkey.