President Donald Trump ramped up pressure on Iran Sunday via Truth Social, vowing to obliterate the nation’s entire power grid and bridges unless a proposed deal is accepted. Citing ceasefire violations, he accused Tehran of firing on international vessels, torpedoing peace efforts.
Details emerged of Saturday’s attacks: shots aimed at a French naval ship and British freighter, breaching the April 8 truce that halted Israel-U.S. strikes initiated February 28. Trump lambasted the moves as a full rejection of the agreement.
In a diplomatic pivot, he revealed U.S. envoys heading to Pakistan Monday night for round two of Islamabad talks, after the first round fizzled. Pakistani media, quoting police, had hinted at this with traffic shutdowns in secure zones.
Trump ridiculed IRGC boasts about sealing Hormuz Strait, pointing out U.S. measures already block it, inflicting $500 million daily losses on Iran. ‘They’re shooting themselves in the foot—and helping America,’ he posted.
The core threat: ‘We have a very good and fair deal on the table. I hope they take it because if they don’t, the United States will blow up every power plant and every bridge in Iran.’ He framed it as a historic opportunity, unmatched in nearly five decades of U.S.-Iran friction.
This comes as stakeholders brace for fallout. Energy prices hover amid supply fears, while allies urge restraint. Trump’s words, blending bravado and negotiation, highlight his deal-making playbook in high-stakes geopolitics.
