Trump Sets "Bridge Day" Deadline for Iran to Open Strait of Hormuz

President Donald Trump has issued a final warning to Tehran, demanding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz by Tuesday evening. In a series of social media posts, the President threatened "Bridge Day" strikes against Iranian infrastructure, including major civilian bridges and power plants, if the maritime passage remains blocked. The ultimatum comes as the U.S.-Israel war on Iran reaches its 38th day.

The tension has put global markets on edge as the Tuesday 8 p.m. EDT deadline approaches. Military analysts suggest that the "Bridge Day" threat specifically targets multimillion-dollar structures that connect key Iranian regions. While the White House maintains this is a move to ensure freedom of navigation, international critics have raised concerns about the potential for significant civilian impact.

In response, Iran’s foreign ministry called the threats "incompatible with negotiations" and accused the U.S. of planning war crimes. Despite the harsh words, diplomatic channels remain open behind the scenes. Pakistan is reportedly acting as a mediator, attempting to broker a two-phased truce that could prevent the scheduled strikes and lead to a broader peace settlement.

The U.S. military also confirmed today that search and rescue teams successfully recovered two American service members from Iranian territory. Their F-15E fighter jet was shot down during a combat mission last week. The safe return of the airmen provides a small relief for the administration, even as the broader conflict threatens to spiral into a wider regional war.