Trump's Threat to Iran: Global Leaders Condemn Alarming Warning

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President Trump faces condemnation for his alarming warning that “a whole civilisation will die tonight” unless Iran agrees to a deal. UN Secretary General António Guterres and Pope Leo XIV both express deep concern over Trump's threat, calling it unacceptable. As the midnight deadline approaches, Pakistan urges a two-week extension for further negotiations. Trump has intensified pressure on Iran, stating that the US military can destroy key infrastructure within hours if a deal isn’t reached. Iranian authorities respond by urging citizens to form human chains near potential targets. Meanwhile, the US and Israel ramp up military operations, claiming strikes on Iran’s military sites. Iran retaliates with missile launches towards Israel and asserts attacks on a ship and a Saudi facility. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif of Pakistan believes that diplomatic efforts are making progress and calls for goodwill gestures from both sides. The bottom line? This escalating situation could impact global oil supplies and regional stability, affecting us all.

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