World · 6 April 2026

Trump's 8PM deadline for Iran's power grid expires tonight

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Trump's extended deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz expires at 8PM Eastern Time today, Monday 6 April. He previously threatened to destroy every Iranian power plant 'probably simultaneously' if no deal is reached. On Sunday he posted that Tuesday would be 'Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day, all wrapped up in one' inside Iran.

By BriefTea Editorial · 6 April 2026 at 8:03

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