New Delhi, May 18 -- US President Donald Trump on Sunday (May 17) issued a stark warning to Iran amid rising tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz and stalled diplomatic efforts over Tehran's nuclear ambitions.

In a post on Truth Social, Trump wrote: "For Iran, the clock is ticking, and they better get moving, FAST, or there won't be anything left of them. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE."

The statement reflected growing frustration within the Trump administration over Iran's refusal to abandon what Washington describes as nuclear weapons aspirations, as well as concerns tied to instability in the strategically critical Strait of Hormuz.

Trump also held discussions on Sunday with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, as both leaders mo...