Trump threatens Iran over Strait passage, warns of civilizational loss
US President Donald Trump has issued a final warning to Iran, threatening to strike civilian infrastructure if Iran does not allow free passage through the Strait of Hormuz by 20:00 EDT on Tuesday (01:00 BST Wednesday). In a Truth Social post, Trump stated that a "whole civilization will die tonight" if a deal is not reached, claiming 47 years of "extortion, corruption and death" would end. He also suggested "complete and total regime change" was underway in Iran. The Strait of Hormuz is a critical global oil chokepoint; any disruption could spike global oil prices, directly increasing fuel costs in Nigeria. Regional security analysts warn escalation could draw in other Middle Eastern actors, potentially affecting diaspora communities and regional stability. Nigerian authorities have not issued official travel advisories, but citizens should monitor official channels for updates affecting flights or regional commerce. The situation remains fluid with the UN preparing potential action. What monitoring systems do you have for sudden fuel price changes or regional instability alerts?