Iran-US tensions at high: All communications cut off, attacks on Iranian infrastructure after Trump’s warning

❐ International Desk

Amid the Iran-US-Israel conflict, Iran has closed all diplomatic and indirect communication channels with the United States, further escalating tensions. The US and Israel are continuing to attack various Iranian infrastructures within the 8pm (Eastern Time) ultimatum given by US President Donald Trump on April 8.

According to the information provided, Iran has announced that it will sever ties with the Gulf states, target their infrastructure and cut off oil supplies. In reality, Iran maintains control of the Strait of Hormuz, which has disrupted about one-fifth of the world’s oil supply. There are reports that Iran has attacked energy and other infrastructure in the Gulf states (Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait).

On the other hand, the US and Israel have attacked military targets on Iran’s Kharg Island (a major oil export hub). Buildings have been destroyed in northern Iran (including Pardis), and railways, bridges and petrochemical plants have been attacked.

Iranian officials have urged young people to form human shields in front of power plants and bridges, and Iran says it will respond beyond regional borders if civilian infrastructure is attacked.

Trump has warned that if the Strait of Hormuz is not fully opened, Iran’s power plants and bridges will be destroyed and “an entire civilization could be destroyed overnight.” He said, “Very little is off limits.”

Many have criticized this statement as an incitement to war crimes.

Iran has rejected recent ceasefire proposals and wants a permanent solution. Several countries, including Pakistan, are trying to mediate, but direct talks have become difficult.

The situation is extremely tense. The damage to infrastructure inside Iran is severely affecting the country’s economy and public life. Global oil prices have increased and uncertainty has arisen in energy supplies.

The situation is changing rapidly. What happens after Trump’s ultimatum expires is not yet fully clear.

Experts warn that a larger-scale war could have a serious impact on the global economy, including the Middle East.