Iran Responds to Donald Trump's 48-Hour Ultimatum: "The Gates of Hell Will Open for You"

Tensions between Iran and the United States have intensified after Tehran responded to President Donald Trump’s ultimatum regarding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours or a new nuclear agreement.

Commander of the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, Ali Abdollahi Aliabadi, issued a stern warning to Trump not to proceed with attacks on Iran.

“The gates of hell will open for you,” he stated, as quoted by CNN on Sunday (5/4).

Separately, Spokesperson for Khatam al-Anbiya, Ebrahim Zolfaghari, issued similar threats regarding the potential escalation of conflict in the region.

“Do not forget, if hostilities spread, the entire region will become hell for you. The illusion of defeating the Islamic Republic of Iran has turned into a quagmire that will swallow you,” he added.

Previously, Trump had issued an ultimatum to Iran to immediately reopen the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours. He also threatened harsh action against Iran’s vital infrastructure if the demands were not met.

“Time is almost up, 48 hours before hell descends on them,” Trump said.

The situation in the Gulf region has heated up following the joint US-Israeli attack on Iran, first launched on 28 February 2026.

The attack reportedly killed around 1,340 people, including Iran’s top leader, Ali Khamenei.

In response, Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz route, which is the main distribution path for the world’s oil from Gulf countries.

This closure has had a significant impact on global markets, including triggering a surge in world oil prices.