President Donald Trump speaks at the United States Army War College in Carlisle, Pa., during the Pennsylvania Defense and Innovation Summit. (Photo: AP)US President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to knock out one Iranian bridge or power plant in return for each attack on ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz, stating that he has “not finished” with a war that has already cost Washington over $37 billion.“Any time the Islamic Republic of Iran shoots at a ship in the Strait of Hormuz, whether it be by Missile, Rocket, Drone, or any other device or weapon, the United States will bomb and destroy ONE BRIDGE OR POWER PLANT,” Trump wrote on Truth Social, reiterating his longstanding threat to attack Iranian infrastructure.The US President has earlier threatened to strike Iranian infrastructure, including those in the capital city Tehran, which, according to a CNN report, would constitute a war crime. In an interview with Fox News last week, Trump had said the US would “knock out all (Iran’s) bridges unless they get to the table and negotiate.”Trump escalates pressure as US strikes enter 11th nightTrump’s warning comes as the US military continued its strikes on Iran for the eleventh straight night, with Tehran warning Washington against targeting its nuclear facilities.US Central Command (CENTCOM) said the latest wave of strikes was “designed to continue degrading Iran’s ability to threaten commercial shipping” in the Strait of Hormuz. The military said it targeted Iranian military operation centres, aircraft hangars, maritime capabilities, drone storage facilities and military logistics infrastructure.The US military also accused Iran of attacking “more than 30 commercial vessels” transiting the Strait of Hormuz.“The unwarranted attacks have endangered hundreds of innocent mariners and undermined freedom of navigation,” CENTCOM said.Story continues below this adRubio leaves diplomacy door openIn a potential opening for diplomacy, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington remained willing to engage with Tehran, but added that he did not believe Iran was serious about negotiations.Trump renews Pickaxe Mountain warningEarlier, Trump said the US military would strike Iran’s Pickaxe Mountain “very soon”—an underground nuclear site where Tehran is suspected of building a new uranium enrichment facility.The Express Global Desk at indianexpress.com which delivers authoritative, verified, and context-driven coverage of key international developments shaping global politics, policy, and migration trends. The desk focuses on stories with direct relevance for Indian and global audiences, combining breaking news with in-depth explainers and analysis. A major focus area of the desk is US immigration and visa policy, including developments related to student visas, work permits, permanent residency pathways, executive actions, and court rulings. The Global Desk also closely tracks Canada’s immigration, visa, and study policies, covering changes to study permits, post-study work options, permanent residence programmes, and regulatory updates affecting migrants and international students. All reporting from the Global Desk adheres to The Indian Express’ editorial standards, relying on official data, government notifications, court documents, and on-record sources. The desk prioritises clarity, accuracy, and accountability, ensuring readers can navigate complex global systems with confidence. Core Team The Express Global Desk is led by a team of experienced journalists and editors with deep expertise in international affairs and migration policy: Aniruddha Dhar – Senior Assistant Editor with extensive experience in global affairs, international politics, and editorial leadership. Nischai Vats – Deputy Copy Editor specialising in US politics, US visa and immigration policy, and policy-driven international coverage. Mashkoora Khan – Sub-editor focusing on global developments, with a strong emphasis on Canada visa, immigration, and study-related policy coverage. ... Read MoreStay updated with the latest - Click here to follow us on Instagram