U.S. Strikes Continue in Iran as Trump Issues Infrastructure Ultimatum

U.S. Central Command has confirmed that military strikes against targets in Iran are ongoing. The escalation follows a high-profile operation that Tehran claims resulted in the death of its intelligence chief. President Donald Trump has increased pressure on the Iranian government, issuing a public ultimatum for Tuesday at 8 p.m. Eastern Time, threatening to target the nation’s power plants and bridges if demands—including the unrestricted opening of the Strait of Hormuz—are not met. In response, Iranian officials have signaled a shift in their engagement strategy. The Iranian military warned of "much more devastating and widespread" offensive operations if civilian infrastructure is targeted again. Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf dismissed the U.S. ultimatums as a "dangerous game" and stated that a lasting solution can only be reached if the U.S. recognizes Iranian rights. Amidst the heightened rhetoric and military activity, reports indicate that a new proposal for an immediate ceasefire has been delivered to both Washington and Tehran. While the specific terms of the proposal remain confidential, it represents a potential diplomatic pathway to de-escalation as the Tuesday deadline approaches.