U.S. officials have communicated to Israel that the military operation aimed at lifting the blockade in the Strait of Hormuz may extend over several weeks. This information was reported by Israel's Channel 12 on the 22nd, citing a significant uptick in the expected duration of conflict. President Trump issued a stern ultimatum to Iran, threatening to attack Iranian power plants unless they lifted the blockade within 48 hours. Thus, the U.S. administration indicated that the military action could last considerably longer than initially expected, signaling a potential escalation.