Iran defiant as Trump warns ‘entire country’ could be taken out if no deal reached by Tuesday

 Trump’s deadline looms: US President Donald Trump said Iran could be “taken out in one night,” which “might” be Tuesday — a deadline he set for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. He wouldn’t say whether the war is winding down, calling it a “critical period” that depends on Iran’s actions.

• Attacks on infrastructure: Trump reiterated threats to hit Iran’s bridges and power plants, claiming the Iranian people would be “willing to suffer” if it eventually secured their freedom. Tehran warned the consequences of such attacks will stretch beyond the region.

• Rejected ceasefire proposal: Trump earlier Monday called a proposal drafted by countries working to implement 45-day ceasefire a “significant step” but “not good enough.” Iran rejected the proposal and called for a permanent end to the war, according to Iranian state-run media.

• Supreme leader defiant: Mojtaba Khamenei has said in a statement that Iran’s forces will not be deterred by the assassinations of commanders.

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