Iran war threatens to escalate as Trump demands reopening of Strait of Hormuz
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Key Points:
- President Donald Trump warned Iran that "a whole civilization will die tonight" if a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is not reached by 8 p.m. ET Tuesday, urging a ceasefire and regime change.
- A senior U.S. official described the ongoing ceasefire talks with Iran as "positive" but uncertain if an agreement will be reached by Trump's deadline, noting the possibility of escalating conflict if talks fail.
- The U.S. conducted "dozens" of strikes on military targets on Iran's Kharg Island late Monday and early Tuesday, targeting a key Iranian stronghold without deploying ground troops.
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