Trump threatens Iran infrastructure strikes if talks fail

US President Donald Trump announced American negotiators will travel to Pakistan on Monday to continue talks aimed at ending the Iran conflict. In a Sunday social media post, Trump offered 'a reasonable deal' but warned failure could trigger consequences including strikes on 'every single Power Plant, and every single Bridge' in Iran.

Trump accused Iran of breaching the two-week ceasefire, alleging Iranian forces attacked Saturday in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran responded by vowing 'bitter defeats' for the US. This conflict escalation threatens global oil markets that directly impact fuel prices and energy security worldwide, including Nigerian consumers who already face ₦617/liter fuel costs.

Oil analysts warn any disruption to Strait of Hormuz shipping could push global crude prices higher by 20-30% within weeks, potentially increasing Nigeria's import costs and domestic fuel prices. Should Nigeria prepare for another fuel price adjustment given this developing geopolitical risk?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/04/19/trump-threatens-to-target-iran-infrastructure-if-talks-fail/