Trump Outlines How the U.S. Could 'Destroy Iran in Four Hours'

U.S. President Donald Trump made a striking declaration during a press conference held on the eve of heightened tensions with Iran, asserting that the United States could obliterate the nation in just four hours. This statement was made in the context of escalating relations between Washington and Tehran, especially in light of the ongoing blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, which Trump stated must be lifted by Tuesday.

Trump emphasized that American military forces are prepared for action and have a clear plan that entails the destruction of all bridges and power plants in Iran within a matter of hours. He indicated that this could occur by midnight on April 8, North American time, which corresponds to 7 a.m. Kyiv time.

In his speech, Trump underscored, "We have a plan based on the strength of our armed forces, under which every bridge in Iran will be destroyed. Every power plant in Iran will be taken out, burned, blown up, and will never be used again. I mean total destruction." These remarks have raised concerns among the international community, as they indicate the U.S. readiness to take decisive action in the event of further escalation of the conflict.

Trump also added that despite the potential for strikes against Iran's infrastructure, he does not wish to devastate the country. "We don’t want that to happen. We could even help them rebuild their country. And you know what? If that’s the case, the last thing we want to do is start with power plants, which are among the most expensive assets, and bridges," he noted.

This statement is not the first instance of Trump discussing the possibility of Iran's destruction. He has previously claimed that the U.S. could "destroy Iran in one night," demanding that Tehran reopen the Strait of Hormuz by a deadline set by Washington for Tuesday at 8 p.m. North American time. This ultimatum underscores the rising tensions between the two nations that have escalated in recent months.

Furthermore, Trump expressed confidence that potential strikes on Iran's civilian infrastructure could not be classified as war crimes. This assertion has raised additional questions regarding the ethics and legality of such actions under international law.

It is worth noting that earlier reports indicated that Iran had rejected Pakistan's proposal to end the war with the U.S. and Israel, under which Tehran was to unblock the Strait of Hormuz to cease hostilities. This refusal may suggest that Tehran is unwilling to compromise in the escalating situation and is prepared for further escalation of the conflict.