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President Trump Warns Iran of Harsh Attack if Strait of Hormuz is Not Reopened Soon

President Trump stated that the Strait of Hormuz would be reopened "soon" or he would launch a harsh new attack on Iran. The critical waterway, which has been effectively closed by Iran since the start of the war, serves as a primary route for shipping crude oil from Saudi Arabia and Kuwait to the rest of the world. While the administration announced that negotiations are underway, Iran and Oman are currently finalizing a framework for commercial shipping through the strait. Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi noted that the agreement would not automatically reopen the waterway, as it remains subject to specific preconditions. Meanwhile, the Houthi rebels in Yemen have claimed a "precise hit" on a Saudi oil tanker using ballistic missiles. These maritime disruptions have contributed to a user-friendly rise in global oil prices, with Brent crude futures increasing by 1.3% to $80 a barrel. The administration continues to monitor the situation as regional stability remains a key priority.

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