Trump's Iran Threats Escalate, Oil Prices Soar

0:00On April 3rd, President Trump is ramping up threats against Iran, saying the U.S. military hasn't even begun destroying key infrastructure like bridges and power plants. This comes nearly five weeks into the war that kicked off with a joint U.S.-Israeli air strike, now disrupting vital oil shipments through the strait of Hormuz as dozens of countries scrambled to reopen the route. Trump posted videos of a recent strike on a new bridge near Tehran that killed eight and wounded 95, while negotiations through back channels show little progress. Iranian officials fired back, insisting attacks on civilian sites won't force a surrender and satellite images caught smoke rising from a key port on. Keshmen, Ireland. World leaders are reacting fast. Britain hosted a virtual meeting of 40 nations pushing for free navigation, but no deals were sealed. The U.N. Security Council vote Saturday on a rainy plan to protect shipping, though China opposes any force, warning it could spark more chaos.

1:00Iran's floating arrival plan with Oman for ship permits, drawing sharp pushback from U.S. top diplomat who says paid-of-pass schemes violate international law. Gulf states are holding off our retaliation despite missile and drone attacks, fearing all-out regional war. Casualties mount with thousands dead and medical supplies running low, while fuel shortages hammer Asia and loom over Europe and Africa. Trump's rhetoric keeps oil prices spiking and markets jittery, leaving everyone watching for the next move in this escalating mess. I'm Cory with the story, and you've been listening to Global News Today, AI-powered Global Coverage.