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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
World
Athena Freya

Trump Truth Social: 'Power Plant Day' Warning Sparks Panic as Iran Defies Strait of Hormuz Demand

Donald Trump posts on Truth Social, sparking panic amid Strait of Hormuz standoff (Photo: Donald J. Trump/Facebook)

Could a single social media post by a US president trigger international alarm, market volatility, and diplomatic tension? On Easter Sunday, Donald Trump posted a message on Truth Social directly addressing Iran, warning of potential attacks on critical infrastructure if the Strait of Hormuz remained closed. The post included the unusual term 'Power Plant Day' and controversially referenced 'praise be to Allah', drawing attention and concern from analysts worldwide. Observers noted that combining political messaging, religious symbolism, and military warnings made it unusual for a world leader.

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