In a bold statement from the White House, U.S. President Donald Trump vowed to restore passage through the Strait of Hormuz, regardless of Iran’s stance. The announcement comes as American diplomats prepare for high-stakes discussions in Pakistan on Saturday, aiming to unlock the strategic waterway closed during a fierce U.S.-Israel-Iran war lasting over a month.
Trump told journalists, ‘It’ll open on its own.’ Optimistic about rapid progress, he added, ‘I think it’ll happen fast. If not, we’ll make it happen somehow.’ The strait remains a pivotal artery for global energy supplies, its blockade causing widespread disruptions.
Preventing Iran’s nuclear ambitions tops Trump’s agenda in any agreement. ‘Nuclear weapons? Not on my watch. That’s the core issue,’ he declared. He portrayed Iran’s actions as a fleeting bid for leverage, lacking viable alternatives.
Iran, meanwhile, declared its forces on high alert Friday, wary of U.S. and Israeli reliability. Trump’s Truth Social post amplified his message: ‘Iran’s only play is temporary extortion via sea lanes. They’re negotiating because they’re still standing.’
Speaking to the New York Post, Trump forecasted clarity on talks within 24 hours, noting U.S. naval assets are gearing up for renewed action if diplomacy falters. With each side proclaiming triumph in the conflict, analysts warn the tenuous truce hangs by a thread, complicated by historical grievances that could derail permanent resolutions.
