Trump Orders Strait of Hormuz Blockade Amid Iran Tensions
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Trump announces US naval measures against Iran in the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
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US President Donald Trump announced on Sunday that the US Navy would immediately begin a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and intercept vessels in international waters that had paid a toll to Iran. The announcement marks a significant step in addressing tensions with Tehran.
Speaking through his platform on Truth Social, Trump revealed that the decision came after talks in which “most points were agreed,” although discussions regarding Iran’s nuclear program remained unresolved.
“Effective immediately, the United States Navy… will begin the process of blockading any and all ships trying to enter, or leave, the Strait of Hormuz,” Trump wrote. He further stated that US forces would “seek and interdict every vessel in international waters that has paid a toll to Iran.”
Trump accused Iran of engaging in “world extortion” and emphasized that the United States would not permit ships that paid tolls to Iran to transit safely through the region.
In addition to the blockade, Trump announced that US forces would work to clear naval mines in the strait. He issued a stark warning that any Iranian attacks on US or commercial vessels in the area would be met with military force.
While Trump signaled that other nations would collaborate in the operation, he did not provide specific details about their involvement.
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