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Trump’s Iran Press Briefing: Ahead of the Tuesday deadline for bombing Iranian energy and infrastructure, President Donald Trump on Monday said Iran could be “taken out” in a single night and suggested that such an operation “might” happen as soon as Tuesday evening, escalating rhetoric as tensions deepen. “The entire country could be taken out in one night, and that night might be tomorrow night,” Trump told reporters during a press conference at the White House.
The US President’s remarks came hours after Iran rejected a US ceasefire proposal, sending its response through Pakistan, according to state media. Instead of a temporary truce, Tehran laid out a 10-point framework calling for a permanent end to the war, including in Lebanon and Gaza, with guarantees that fighting will not resume.
What Did Iran Demand in Its Ceasefire Proposal?
Iran’s 10-point plan calls for the easing of sanctions, formal endorsement of Iran’s nuclear rights under the Non-Proliferation Treaty, acknowledgment of Iran’s jurisdiction over the Strait of Hormuz, and reimbursement for economic harm caused by the conflict. Trump said Tehran is seeking a ceasefire because it is “getting obliterated,” adding that he has given Iranians opportunities to end the war, but “they haven’t taken them.”
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“The only one that is going to set a ceasefire is me,” he said. “I haven’t set any ceasefire.” Trump also said he was “very upset” with Iran and warned that Tehran is “going to pay a big price” if it fails to reach a deal.
What Did Trump Reveal About the F-15 Rescue Mission?
Trump detailed a high-risk US rescue operation inside Iran following the crash of an F-15 aircraft, in which two airmen ejected and landed “deep in enemy territory.” Trump said the initial mission involved 21 aircraft flying under “very, very heavy enemy fire,” with one helicopter returning riddled with bullets.
“A risky decision because we could have ended up with 100 dead as opposed to 1 or 2,” Trump said, describing the operation as one of the most dangerous undertaken in recent years. The second phase escalated significantly, involving 155 aircraft—including bombers, fighter jets, refueling tankers, and rescue units—operating over Iranian territory for hours, at times in broad daylight.
“A lot of the aircraft were subterfuge,” Trump said, noting that forces used multiple decoy routes at seven different locations. He described the survival efforts of one downed crew member who climbed through mountainous terrain while injured. “He scaled cliff faces, bleeding rather profusely, treated his own wounds and contacted American forces. “The airman was later extracted by helicopter. “It’s crazy that nobody was even injured,” Trump added.
What Attacks Are Happening Across the Region?
Iran’s attacks across Israel and the Gulf show no signs of slowing, with strikes reported on key infrastructure including power facilities, water desalination plants and oil sites in Kuwait, along with an oil facility targeted in Bahrain.
In response, Israel struck a major petrochemical facility at Iran’s South Pars gas complex in Asaluyeh, targeting what it sees as a critical source of revenue for Tehran. The Israeli military also carried out fresh strikes on Hezbollah-linked targets across southern Lebanon.
What Is the Status of the Tuesday Deadline?
Trump’s warning that “that night might be tomorrow night” suggests he may follow through on his threat of “Power Plant Day and Bridge Day” after previous deadlines expired without action. Earlier Monday, he had posted on Truth Social: “Tuesday will be Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day, all wrapped up in one, in Iran.”
The White House has not confirmed whether military action is imminent. Trump’s remarks about a potential single-night operation could be interpreted as either a genuine threat or negotiating leverage ahead of the deadline.
FAQs: Trump’s Iran Remarks
Q: What did Trump say about taking out Iran?
A: He said, “The entire country could be taken out in one night, and that night might be tomorrow night.”
Q: What did Iran demand in its ceasefire proposal?
A: A 10-point framework that includes compensation, nuclear rights under the NPT, removing sanctions, and acknowledging Iran’s ownership over the Strait of Hormuz.
Q: What did Trump reveal about the F-15 rescue?
A: One pilot was rescued from a 155-aircraft operation over Iran while he was treating his own wounds and bleeding while climbing cliffs.
Q: What attacks are happening in the Gulf?
A: Iran struck power, water and oil sites in Kuwait and Bahrain. Israel hit Iran’s South Pars gas complex.
Q: When is the deadline?
A: Tuesday evening, April 7, 2026.
Q: Has Trump set a ceasefire?
A: He said, “The only one that is going to set a ceasefire is me. I haven’t set any ceasefire.”
Disclaimer: This information is based on inputs from news agency reports. TSG does not independently confirm the information provided by the relevant sources.