President Trump threatened to strike Iran's infrastructure "unless they come to the table and negotiate." This came after he walked back a plan to impose a charge on cargo ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz in favor of trade and investment deals with Gulf nations. Semafor Gulf editor Mohammed Sergie joins "CBS Mornings News" with more on the U.S. strategy in Iran.
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Trump warns U.S. strikes will target Iran's power plants, bridges if negotiations remain stalled
President Trump threatened to strike Iran's infrastructure "unless they come to the table and negotiate." This came after he walked back a plan to impose a charge on cargo ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz in favor of trade and investment deals with Gulf nations. Semafor Gulf editor Mohamme
Published July 15, 2026, 1:14 PM
Updated July 15, 2026, 1:40 PM2.4K
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