INTERNATIONAL — April 6, 2026
Iran Vows Response to Attacks on Infrastructure Amid US Ultimatum on Strait of Hormuz
US President Donald Trump issued an ultimatum to Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, prompting vows of retaliation from Iranian officials against any attacks on its infrastructure. The strait, closed after reported US and Israeli strikes, handles 20% of global oil and has driven up prices amid IRGC preparations in the Persian Gulf.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Amu TV — corroborated by Hurriyat — 2 min read
US President Donald Trump has issued an ultimatum to Iran demanding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, with reports indicating a 10-day deadline or extension to Tuesday.
Iranian officials stated they would respond "in the same manner" to any attacks on the country's infrastructure, according to Amu TV. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) declared that the Strait of Hormuz "will never return to its previous state," as reported by Hurriyat citing Fars News Agency.
Hurriyat detailed that Iran closed the strait following US and Israeli attacks, affecting 20% of global oil transit and causing higher oil prices in several countries. IRGC naval forces are preparing a new order in the Persian Gulf, the report added.
Amu TV reported Trump threatened to target Iran's power plants and bridges. Separately, Trump described the US rescue of an American pilot from Iran as an "Easter miracle," drawing criticism for mixing religion and politics, including accusations from US Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene of betraying Christian values.
The conflicting details on the deadline length highlight ongoing tensions, with both sources confirming Trump's demand and Iran's defiance.
Read the original reporting at Amu TV →
Reliability assessment
2 independent sources corroborate core event of Trump's ultimatum to Iran over Strait of Hormuz and Iran's defiant response; details like deadline length and threat specifics vary but do not undermine event confirmation; named figures (Trump, IRGC via Fars) provide direct attribution.
The source language mixes facts with framing or advocacy wording. Amu TV: 'religious rhetoric' critically frames Trump's statements as provocative; 'erased the boundary between faith and politics' interprets officials' actions as inappropriately merging religion and policy; highlights 'betraying Christian values' to underscore internal controversy and emotional judgment.
Independent web corroboration
A separate web search returned 8 matching reports. A selection:
"Our armed forces have made it clear that <strong>in case Iran's infrastructure is attacked, we would react in kind</strong>." Baghaei said that if the US carries out Trump's threat, Iranian forces would "target similar infrastructure that is owned or in any ...
- US-Iran war highlights: Iran vows to respond 'in kind’ after Trump's threats to attack power plants | World Newshindustantimes.com
“<strong>Our armed forces would target any similar infrastructure that is owned or in any way or manner related to the United States or contributes to their act of aggression against Iran</strong>.”
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei responded to US President Donald Trump's threats, warning that <strong>Iran will respond "in kind" to any attack on its infrastructure</strong>
- Iran issues strict warning to Trump, says will respond 'in kind' to any US attacks - The Economic Timeseconomictimes.indiatimes.com
<strong>Iran has warned it will respond “in kind” if the United States targets its infrastructure</strong>, after US President Donald Trump threatened military action over Tehrans stance on the Strait of Hormuz.
Across the newsrooms
Where reports agree
- Trump issued ultimatum/deadline to Iran to reopen Strait of Hormuz
- Iran/IRGC responding defiantly to US demands/threats
Where reports differ
- Deadline details (extension to Tuesday vs. end of 10-day)
- Specifics of Trump's threats (power plants/bridges vs. general demand)
- Reason for Strait closure (US/Israeli attacks only in Hurriyat)
- US pilot rescue operation and religious rhetoric (only in Amu TV)
- IRGC preparing new order in Persian Gulf (only in Hurriyat)
Filed by 2 outlets
Amu TV
Originating
Framed
Framed
Hurriyat
Reported straight
Reported straight
Filed under
International — Strait of Hormuz, Donald Trump, Iran, IRGC, US-Iran tensions
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