Donald Trump has intensified pressure on Iran, setting a firm deadline for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and warning of potential large-scale strikes on critical infrastructure if demands are not met.
Trump signaled readiness to target key facilities such as power plants and bridges, while dismissing concerns over possible war crimes accusations. His stance has drawn strong reaction from the United Nations, where Secretary-General António Guterres cautioned that attacks on civilian infrastructure would violate international law and called for immediate restraint.
Meanwhile, hostilities continue to intensify across the region. Israel has carried out fresh airstrikes on Iran, prompting retaliatory missile launches by Tehran toward Israeli territory and neighboring Gulf states.
The humanitarian impact is rapidly worsening. Reports indicate more than 1,900 deaths in Iran, while in Lebanon over 1,400 people have been killed and more than one million displaced. Additional casualties have been recorded in Israel, the West Bank, and among U.S. personnel.
The escalating crisis underscores growing fears of a broader regional conflict, with global powers and international institutions urging de-escalation.
Source: AfricaNews
