Trump's ultimatum to iran sparks nuclear fears and bizarre diplomatic jabs

Donald Trump's escalating rhetoric against Iran has sent shockwaves through global markets and diplomatic circles, as the US president's deadline for a breakthrough looms.

Thursday's reckoning

Trump warned that 'civilization' could be lost if Tehran fails to meet his demands, while also hinting at a potential regime change. 'This could be one of the most important nights in the history of the world,' he tweeted.

But Iran's diplomatic corps responded with a barrage of inscrutable messages on social media, seemingly mocking Trump's threats.

Nuclear fears escalate

As tensions rise, concerns are growing about the potential for a nuclear catastrophe in the region. Bloomberg reports that authorities are sounding the alarm about a possible radioactive crisis if US or Israeli forces target Iran's sole operational nuclear facility at Bushehr.

The European Union has been criticized for abandoning nuclear energy, with Von der Leyen claiming the move was an 'error'. Meanwhile, Wall Street is on edge and oil prices plummet as the deadline for a US-Iran accord approaches.