SUNTV Global Channel | April 19, 2026
U.S. President has issued a strong warning to , threatening to target critical infrastructure including power plants and bridges following what he described as a violation of a ceasefire agreement in the .
In a statement released on Sunday, Trump accused Iran of opening fire on vessels navigating the strategic waterway, including ships linked to and the .
“Iran decided to fire bullets yesterday in the Strait of Hormuz — a total violation of our ceasefire agreement,” Trump said, criticizing the alleged attack.
The U.S. president also dismissed Iran’s reported attempt to shut down the waterway, claiming that American actions had already rendered the route ineffective. According to him, the situation is costing Iran heavily, while global shipping routes begin to shift toward U.S. ports.
Trump further claimed that several ships were already redirecting to American locations such as Texas, Louisiana, and Alaska, describing the development as an unintended advantage for the United States.
Despite the escalating rhetoric, Trump revealed that diplomatic efforts were still ongoing, noting that U.S. representatives were scheduled to travel to , for negotiations.
However, he made it clear that military action remains a strong possibility if talks fail.
“We’re offering a very fair and reasonable deal, and I hope they take it. If they don’t, the United States is going to knock out every single power plant and every single bridge in Iran,” he warned.
Declaring a shift in tone, Trump concluded with a stark message: “No more Mr. Nice Guy.”
The development signals rising tensions in the region, with global attention now focused on whether diplomacy can prevent a potential escalation into a broader conflict.
