LIVE Iran War Live: Trump Threatens to Attack Power Plants Over Strait of Hormuz
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Former President and current Republican nominee Donald Trump issued a stark warning from his Mar-a-Lago residence, stating that if Iran does not cease "harassment and seizure" of commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, he will authorize strikes against Iranian power plants and nuclear infrastructure. "They will be hit hard, like they've never seen before. No more games in the Strait," Trump told reporters.
WASHINGTON/TEHRAN – Tensions between the United States and Iran have exploded into one of the most dangerous confrontations in years after Donald Trump threatened direct military strikes against Iranian power plants in response to continued Iranian naval operations in the Strait of Hormuz. The threat, issued late Saturday, has sent shockwaves through global markets, prompted emergency UN Security Council meetings, and placed US naval assets in the Persian Gulf on high alert. Iranian officials have vowed "devastating retaliation" if any Iranian infrastructure is attacked.
⚡ Latest Updates: Trump's Threat in Detail
In a statement posted to Truth Social and later elaborated in a press conference, Trump said: "Iran has been playing with fire for years. They seize our ships, they harass our allies, and they think they can get away with it. If they don't stop immediately, I will order strikes on their power plants. Every light in Iran will go out. This is not a negotiation — this is a warning."
The threat marks a dramatic escalation in rhetoric. While the Biden administration has conducted limited strikes against Iranian-backed proxies in Syria and Iraq, a direct attack on Iranian civilian infrastructure would represent a major escalation that could trigger a full-scale regional war. For real-time updates on this developing crisis, 77go is providing continuous live coverage with verified information from multiple sources.
🌊 Strait of Hormuz: Why It Matters
The Strait of Hormuz is the world's most critical chokepoint for oil transit. Located between Iran and Oman, it connects the Persian Gulf with the Arabian Sea and the Gulf of Oman. Approximately 20% of all globally traded oil passes through this narrow waterway — about 17 million barrels per day. Iran has repeatedly threatened to close the strait in response to sanctions or military action, a move that would send oil prices skyrocketing and trigger a global economic crisis.
Recent incidents include Iran's seizure of two tankers in early March and the deployment of additional Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) naval vessels. The US Fifth Fleet, based in Bahrain, has increased patrols and is now operating under heightened readiness status.
⚓ US Military Response & Naval Deployments
Following Trump's threat, Pentagon officials confirmed that the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower carrier strike group has been repositioned within striking distance of Iranian shores. Additionally, B-52 bombers were reportedly moved to Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth (nominated) issued a statement: "We are prepared to defend American interests and allies in the region. Any Iranian aggression will be met with overwhelming force."
| US Asset | Location | Status |
|---|---|---|
| USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN-69) | Northern Arabian Sea | Combat-ready / Air wing deployed |
| USS Arleigh Burke (DDG-51) | Strait of Hormuz | Patrol / Aegis active |
| B-52 Stratofortress | Al Udeid, Qatar | Armed / 24-hour alert |
| F-35A Lightning II | Al Dhafra, UAE | Reconnaissance & strike capable |
🇮🇷 Iran's Response & Nuclear Tensions
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei convened an emergency meeting of the Supreme National Security Council. In a televised address, IRGC Commander Hossein Salami warned: "If the Americans make the mistake of attacking any Iranian facility, they will face a response that will set the entire region ablaze. We will target all American bases within range."
Iran also announced that it has accelerated its uranium enrichment program, now reportedly reaching 84% purity — dangerously close to weapons-grade levels. IAEA inspectors have been restricted from accessing several facilities, raising alarms in Western capitals about Iran's potential nuclear breakout capability.
Iranian naval forces announced a "live-fire military exercise" in the Strait of Hormuz, effectively closing the waterway to commercial traffic for 48 hours. Several tankers have anchored off Fujairah awaiting passage. Oil futures surged past $95 per barrel.
🛢️ Global Oil Markets & Economic Impact
Brent crude jumped 12% in Asian trading, crossing $95 per barrel for the first time since 2022. Analysts warn that a prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz could send prices above $150, triggering a global recession. "We are looking at a potential supply shock of 15-17 million barrels per day," said Helima Croft, RBC Capital Markets. "There is no spare capacity anywhere in the world to offset that kind of loss."
Major oil importers including China, India, Japan, and South Korea have called for restraint. The International Energy Agency (IEA) announced it is prepared to release strategic petroleum reserves if necessary.
🌍 International Reactions & Diplomatic Efforts
United Nations: Secretary-General António Guterres called for "maximum restraint" and urged both sides to de-escalate. An emergency Security Council session is scheduled for Sunday.
Russia: The Kremlin expressed "extreme concern" and offered to mediate. "Any strikes on Iranian infrastructure would be a violation of international law," said Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova.
China: Beijing called for calm and urged all parties to "resolve differences through diplomatic means." China is Iran's largest trading partner and a major buyer of Iranian crude.
European Union: EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell stated that "the European Union will not stand by while the region descends into war. We urge the United States to refrain from unilateral military action."
Saudi Arabia & UAE: Gulf states, which rely heavily on the Strait for oil exports, are reportedly in crisis talks with Washington and Tehran. Both nations have called for de-escalation but also expressed support for freedom of navigation.
📡 Live Blog: Latest Developments
The UK Foreign Office updated travel advisories, warning British nationals to leave Iran immediately due to "heightened risk of military escalation." Similar advisories were issued by Canada, Australia, and Germany.
Reports indicate that a commercial tanker attempting to bypass the Strait of Hormuz via alternate routes struck a naval mine near the Gulf of Oman. No casualties reported, but the incident raised fears of wider maritime warfare. Iran denies involvement.
US Central Command confirmed that an Iranian drone was shot down after approaching the USS Eisenhower within "threatening distance." Pentagon officials called the move "defensive" and accused Iran of "provocative surveillance operations."
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