Trump Iran deadline looms after he says 'a whole civilisation will die tonight' without deal
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The Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil shipping channel, is at the center of a geopolitical crisis as Iran threatens to block traffic, causing global energy prices to surge. The US has imposed a deadline for Iran to reopen the strait, with President Trump warning of severe consequences if the deadline is not met.
The Strait of Hormuz is a vital shipping channel, with 20% of the world's oil and liquefied natural gas passing through it. Iran has significant leverage over the strait due to its narrow width and ability to launch strikes. The strait's closure has pushed up global energy prices, with oil hitting $110 a barrel. The US has imposed a deadline for Iran to reopen the strait. President Trump has warned of severe consequences if the deadline is not met. The situation is causing economic pressure to mount, with impacts on food, smartphones, and medicines.
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