The clock is ticking on President Donald Trump's threat to wipe out much of Iran's civilian infrastructure if the country doesn't strike a deal by Tuesday evening in the US. But Trump has backed himself into a corner with threats that the US military can't feasibly carry out in one fell swoop, military experts and analysts warn. His vow to destroy 'every bridge' and power station in Iran in just four hours raises serious feasibility issues, as targeting civilian infrastructure could even constitute a war crime, according to experts. Iran's vast geography poses a significant challenge for such a rapid military response, leading many to doubt the strategic effectiveness of the potential action.

In contrast to Trump's threats, analysts highlight that attacking Iran's three coastal power provinces could yield significant impacts on the country's oil revenue and access. Meanwhile, as negotiations continue, advocates such as Pakistan's Prime Minister call for an extension of the deadline to possibly facilitate a diplomatic resolution. However, with the Iranian leadership facing existential threats, the likelihood of them conceding under U.S. pressure appears grim. Given the existing power outages in Iran and widespread unrest, experts suggest that further attacks could harden Tehran's resolve rather than bring about a swift resolution.

As military actions unfold, including recent airstrikes, the global ramifications appear set to grow, with rising tensions further complicating an already fraught diplomatic landscape.