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Trump Sets 48-Hour Deadline for Iran to Open Strait of Hormuz
The situation presents a significant risk of military escalation, which could severely impact international shipping and regional stability.
US President Trump has issued a threat to strike Iran's power plants if the Strait of Hormuz is not opened for shipping within a 48-hour timeframe. This declaration escalates tensions between the US and Iran amid ongoing concerns over access to this crucial maritime passage.
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