Iran has threatened to target critical infrastructure if the United States carries out its threat to strike Iranian power plants. The threat comes after President Donald Trump issued an ultimatum to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours, threatening attacks on Iranian power facilities if the deadline is not met. The potential targets could be spread across the region, particularly targeting desalination facilities, which provide drinking water to millions across the Middle East. The situation is part of a broader conflict between Israel and the U.S.