Trump says ‘a whole civilization will die’ as Iran freezes talks

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The president said Iran must open the Strait of Hormuz by 8p.m. Eastern or face destruction. The White House said it would not use nuclear weapons.

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April 7, 2026 at 2:26 p.m. EDT6 minutes ago

President Donald Trump speaks to reporters at a news conference about Iran on Monday at the White House. (Maxine Wallace/The Washington Post)

President Donald Trump threatened to wipe out “a whole civilization” if Iran’s leaders don’t agree to his terms to open the Strait of Hormuz tonight, prompting Iran to call off talks and his political opponents to question his fitness and call for his removal from office.

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