US President Donald Trump said that from now on, any Iranian attack on ships in the Strait of Hormuz will trigger the destruction of one Iranian bridge or power plant.
The warning came as oil markets reacted to continuing disruption of shipping lanes and as Jordan reported intercepting missiles and drones.
Analysts say the threat raises the risk of a wider regional conflict and further pressure on global energy prices.
Source: ABC News / CNN, July 23, 2026.