Trump again threatens to strike Iran’s power plants amid impasse over strait of Hormuz

The Guardian reports that President Trump has escalated tensions in the Middle East by threatening to destroy all of Iran's power plants and bridges next week, unless Tehran agrees to negotiate regarding the Strait of Hormuz. Trump told Fox News his administration will destroy these installations to force Iran to the bargaining table. The conflict centers on a continuing dispute over access to this strategic waterway.

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