Trump Says US Needs More Time and Missiles Amid Iranian Strait of Hormuz Tensions

US President Donald Trump addressed the ongoing American missile shortage crisis on Friday night, stating that the US requires more time and additional missiles. He highlighted that large quantities of missiles were supplied free of charge to Ukraine under the Biden administration, amounting to billions of dollars, but noted that he had built a substantial missile stockpile during his tenure. Trump explained that while the US has an unlimited supply of certain powerful ammunition types, other missile stocks are more limited but replenished daily. He also mentioned that defense companies are currently constructing more factories than ever before, producing systems like Patriot and Tomahawk missiles.

Meanwhile, reports from Arab media indicated that Iran plans to soon officially declare control over the Strait of Hormuz. A source involved in negotiations told Channel 13 News that the next 24 hours are critical, with the possibility of either a temporary agreement over the strait or an escalation leading to war. A senior US official told CBS News that any temporary agreement would not include transit fees or tolls. Another insider told Al Arabiya that the agreement would likely be extended to 60 days, allowing ships passing through the strait to use the closest maritime route to Iran without paying fees. Regional actors might also participate in mine clearance and other technical measures required to ensure safe passage.