Iran President Responds to Trump’s 48-Hour Hormuz Deadline

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has pushed back against U.S. warnings, calling recent threats a sign of “desperation” as tensions escalate over the Strait of Hormuz.

“The Strait of Hormuz is open to all—except those who violate our soil,” he said, emphasizing Iran’s position on regional security and maritime access.

His remarks come after Donald Trump issued a stark 48-hour ultimatum, warning the U.S. would “obliterate” Iran’s power plants if the critical waterway was not fully reopened.

The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world’s most vital energy corridors, carrying around 20% of global oil shipments, with any disruption sending shockwaves across global markets.

As both sides exchange sharp rhetoric, the standoff is raising fears of further escalation in an already volatile region.