Trump, hours until deadline, threatens Iran's 'whole civilization will die tonight'
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President Trump threatened Iran's "whole civilization will die tonight" hours before a deadline.
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President Trump issued a stark warning to Iran, stating its "whole civilization will die tonight" if his demands are not met by Tuesday night. This threat comes just hours before a critical deadline, escalating tensions between the United States and Iran. The President's grave statement indicates a potential for severe military action or other drastic measures if Iran does not comply. This development underscores the immediate and high-stakes nature of the ongoing diplomatic standoff.
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