Trump Revises Strait of Hormuz Policy, Focuses Naval Blockade Solely on Iran

Following earlier statements about imposing tolls on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a new approach on Tuesday. Trump declared that the Strait of Hormuz remains open to all maritime traffic worldwide, attributing this to the "immense power of the U.S. military." He clarified that the United States will no longer charge fees on all vessels but will instead enforce a full naval blockade exclusively targeting ships connected to Iran. This includes vessels heading to or from Iranian ports or carrying cargo related to Iran.

In his social media post, Trump sharply criticized the Iranian leadership, labeling it as "deceptive, violent, and malicious," and warned that its actions are steering Iran toward "total destruction." Despite the tensions, Trump noted that "oil is flowing like never before," implying that global energy supplies remain stable amid the U.S. pressure campaign.

This policy shift signals a more focused U.S. effort to economically isolate Iran without disrupting international maritime commerce through the strategic waterway. The announcement comes amid ongoing geopolitical tensions involving Iran and the United States in the Persian Gulf region.