Trump: ‘We Can Easily OPEN HORMUZ STRAIT, TAKE THE OIL, & MAKE A FORTUNE’/ TezzBuzz/ WASHINGTON/ J. Mansour/ Morning Edition/ President Donald Trump warned the U.S. may soon target Iran’s infrastructure. The conflict approaches its sixth week with rising energy prices worldwide. Trump also predicted reopening the Strait of Hormuz would boost global oil.
- Trump threatens bridges and power plants
- War approaching sixth week
- Strait of Hormuz remains closed
- Fuel prices continue rising in U.S.
- Trump says military hasn’t started full destruction
- U.S. and Israel continue joint operations
- Iran infrastructure already heavily damaged
- Oil markets strained globally
President Donald Trump signaled a potential escalation in the ongoing conflict with Iran, warning that U.S. military operations may soon target bridges and power plants as the war nears its sixth week.
In a late-night post on Truth Social Thursday, Trump said the U.S. military had not yet fully unleashed its capabilities against Iran and suggested more aggressive actions were forthcoming.
“Our Military, the greatest and most powerful anywhere in the World, hasn’t even started destroying what’s left in Iran,” Trump wrote. “Bridges next, then Electric Power Plants! New regime leadership knows what has to be done, and has to be done, FAST!”
The comments marked one of Trump’s strongest warnings yet and signaled a possible shift toward targeting Iran’s infrastructure, which could significantly expand the scope of the conflict.
War Nears Sixth Week
The conflict, now approaching its sixth week, has already involved extensive strikes by U.S. and Israeli forces targeting Iranian military and industrial facilities.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Friday that joint operations between Israel and the United States were continuing and had significantly weakened Iran’s capabilities.
Netanyahu said Israeli forces had destroyed approximately 70% of Iran’s steel production capacity, which he described as a key source of funding and weapons production for Iran’s military forces.
“Together with our American friends, we are continuing to crush the terrorist regime in Iran,” Netanyahu said, according to translated remarks.
He added that Israeli and U.S. forces were continuing to strike infrastructure and military targets in coordination.
The Israeli leader also noted ongoing operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon, signaling that the broader regional conflict remains active across multiple fronts.
Strait of Hormuz Remains Closed
Trump also addressed the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route for oil and gas. The ongoing closure has disrupted global energy markets and contributed to rising fuel prices.
In a separate Truth Social post Friday, Trump predicted the United States could reopen the strait with additional time.
“With a little more time, we can easily OPEN THE HORMUZ STRAIT, TAKE THE OIL, & MAKE A FORTUNE,” Trump wrote, predicting a potential surge in global oil supply.
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints, with roughly one-fifth of global oil shipments passing through the waterway under normal conditions.
The continued disruption has fueled volatility in energy markets and contributed to rising fuel costs worldwide.
Americans Feeling Impact at Pump
U.S. consumers are already feeling the effects of the conflict, as gasoline prices continue to rise amid uncertainty over global oil supplies.
Energy analysts warn that prolonged disruptions could drive fuel prices even higher, particularly if infrastructure damage expands or shipping routes remain restricted.
Higher energy costs are also increasing inflation concerns and placing additional pressure on households and businesses.
Trump Signals Continued Military Action
Trump had already indicated earlier this week that military operations against Iran would intensify.
During a Wednesday address to the nation, the president said the United States would hit Iran “extremely hard” over the next two to three weeks.
The statement reinforced expectations that the conflict could escalate further before any diplomatic resolution emerges.
Joint U.S.-Israel Operations Continue
The United States and Israel have continued coordinated operations targeting Iranian military infrastructure and leadership.
Officials say the campaign aims to weaken Iran’s military capabilities and reduce its ability to fund regional proxies.
Meanwhile, tensions remain high across the Middle East, with continued strikes and military movements reported in multiple locations.
Global Markets Watching Closely
The ongoing conflict has rattled global markets, particularly energy markets.
Investors are closely monitoring:
- Oil supply disruptions
- Military escalation risks
- Infrastructure damage
- Diplomatic developments
Analysts warn that targeting bridges and power plants could significantly escalate the conflict and impact civilian infrastructure, potentially drawing international criticism.
Uncertainty Ahead
With the war approaching its sixth week, uncertainty remains high about how long the conflict may continue and whether diplomatic negotiations will emerge.
Trump has alternated between signaling rapid victory and warning of expanded military operations, leaving allies and markets closely watching developments.
If infrastructure strikes move forward, the conflict could enter a new phase with broader economic and geopolitical consequences.
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