US President Donald Trump on Saturday urged other countries to dispatch warships to help secure the Strait of Hormuz, a key maritime route for global oil and gas supplies, amid disruptions caused by Iranian attacks.
Trump, who has previously stated that the United States will soon begin escorting tankers through the strait, posted on Truth Social: “Many countries, especially those who are affected by Iran’s attempted closure of the Hormuz Strait, will be sending War Ships, in conjunction with the United States of America, to keep the Strait open and safe.”
He specifically called on countries such as China, France, Japan, South Korea, and the UK to participate in securing the waterway, describing the Iranian actions as an “artificial constraint” affecting global energy markets.
The Strait of Hormuz, just 54 kilometers (34 miles) wide at its narrowest point, handles about a fifth of the world’s crude oil and liquefied natural gas shipments. Iranian strikes have almost halted maritime traffic, causing oil prices to spike sharply.
Trump acknowledged Iran’s remaining capability to disrupt the strait, despite claiming that the US had “already destroyed 100% of Iran’s military capability.” He warned that Iran could still deploy drones, mines, or short-range missiles to threaten the waterway.
The US president emphasized that America would use force if necessary, writing, “The United States will be bombing the hell out of the shoreline, and continually shooting Iranian Boats and Ships out of the water. One way or the other, we will soon get the Hormuz Strait OPEN, SAFE, and FREE!”
With tensions escalating in the region, the international community continues to monitor the situation closely, given the strategic importance of the strait for global energy supplies.
