Trump Warns Iran of 'Much Worse' Response if Attacks Resume

The United States and Iran have escalated their military conflict in the Strait of Hormuz region after President Donald Trump threatened a 'much worse' response if Iran attacks ships again. The exchange follows U.S. strikes on Wednesday that broke the June 17 ceasefire.

What happened

On Tuesday, Iran allegedly bombed vessels in the strait, prompting U.S. Central Command to launch retaliatory strikes for a second consecutive day Source: eldiado. Trump wrote on Truth Social: "This is in retribution for yesterday's bombing of ships by Iran. If it happens again, it will get much worse!" Source: elnacionalve. Later, while speaking at NATO, Trump declared the truce 'over' and said he would not negotiate with Iran, calling them 'sick people' Source: elcaribedr.

Reaction

Iran's foreign ministry condemned the U.S. strikes as a 'clear violation' of the permanent ceasefire agreement signed on June 17 Source: eldiado. Hours later, Iran's Revolutionary Guard claimed responsibility for 85 attacks on U.S. bases in the Persian Gulf, using missiles and drones Source: elcaribedr. Trump responded by repeating his threat and accusing Iran of being dangerous, saying they would use a nuclear weapon if they had one Source: elnacionalve.

The situation remains tense as both sides signal further military action.