# US President Donald Trump has repeatedly delayed deadlines for Iran to strike a deal or reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

*business · news · 2026-04-07 · The Economic Times*

## Key points

- Trump has repeatedly delayed Iran deal deadlines, now setting a final one for Tuesday 8 p.m.
- Trump explicitly threatened to destroy all Iranian power plants, bridges, and desalinization facilities if demands are unmet.
- Iran rejected the latest ceasefire proposal and now demands guarantees against future U.S. attacks.
- UN Secretary-General warned the U.S. that attacking civilian infrastructure would violate international law, which Trump dismissed.

**Countries:** United States, Iran, Qatar

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