Washington: United States President Donald Trump has said that the Strait of Hormuz must be opened and warned that Iran will face heavy retaliation if it violates the current agreement, as tensions rise again ahead of fresh talks.
His statement comes during a temporary ceasefire between the United States and Iran, which was agreed to create room for diplomatic discussions. A key part of the understanding is that the Strait of Hormuz remains open for global shipping without restrictions.
Trump stressed that the waterway is essential for the world economy and said any attempt by Iran to block or control it would not be accepted. He warned that the United States is ready to respond strongly if the agreement is broken.
Iran has indicated that it is willing to cooperate during the ceasefire period, but there are still mixed signals from its side. Some statements suggest that it wants to maintain control over how ships pass through the strait, raising concerns among other countries.
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the most important oil routes in the world, carrying a large share of global energy supplies. Any disruption could quickly affect fuel prices and create uncertainty in international markets.
Although the ceasefire has reduced immediate tensions, the situation remains fragile. Officials say further talks are expected soon, but there is still a risk that the crisis could escalate if both sides fail to follow the agreement.
For now, the strong warnings and uncertain signals show that peace efforts are continuing, but the region remains on edge.