U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed that Iran has asked the United States to reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz “as soon as possible,” amid escalating tensions and a deepening regional crisis.
According to Trump, Iran is in a “state of collapse” and has conveyed its desire for the reopening of the waterway, which is crucial for global oil shipments. However, there has been no independent confirmation from Iranian officials, and the exact channel through which this message was delivered remains unclear.
The remarks come during an ongoing conflict that has disrupted global energy supplies, driven inflation, and resulted in significant casualties over the past two months. The Strait of Hormuz—through which a large portion of the world’s oil passes—has become a focal point of the crisis.
Trump’s statement follows a U.S. naval blockade imposed earlier in April, aimed at restricting Iranian shipping after failed peace talks. Iran, in response, has previously insisted that reopening the strait is “impossible” under current conditions, highlighting the deep divide between the two sides.
While Trump suggested that Iran may be seeking a way out of the standoff due to internal instability, U.S. officials have indicated that no concrete decisions or agreements have yet been reached.
The situation remains highly volatile, with global markets and regional security closely tied to developments around the Strait of Hormuz.