Trump warns Iran over attacks on US ships in Strait of Hormuz
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Trump warns Iran of retaliation over US ships in the Strait of Hormuz, saying only a deal or military action is possible.
US President Donald Trump warned Iranian forces that they would be “blown off the face of the Earth” if they attempt to target American ships in the Strait of Hormuz or the Persian Gulf, during a phone interview with Fox News on Monday.
He also said Iranian negotiators were now “far more malleable” than in the past, suggesting a possible shift in diplomatic talks.
Trump has issued similar threats previously, including a social media post last month warning that “a whole civilization will die,” but this latest statement comes alongside reported US military action that could test an extended ceasefire between the two sides.
The president also said on Truth Social that US forces “shot down” seven Iranian boats after Tehran allegedly targeted vessels passing through the strait.
He added that he sees only two possible paths forward: reaching a good-faith agreement or resuming military operations.
