India, April 6 -- US President Donald Trump on Sunday sharply escalated tensions with Iran, issuing a strongly worded warning demanding the reopening of the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. In a series of posts on Truth Social, Trump warned of severe military consequences if Tehran failed to comply within a tight deadline.

In a sharply worded post on Truth Social, US President Donald Trump on Sunday warned Iran to reopen the strategically crucial Strait of Hormuz or face serious consequences, setting an effective deadline for Tuesday. Using unusually harsh language, he cautioned Tehran of severe repercussions if the passage remains closed.

Describing Tuesday as a decisive moment, Trump indicated potential strikes on key Iranian inf...