Iran previously warned that it would target vessels attempting to pass through the strait, reportedly threatening to “set fire” to ships that ignored its blockade.
In response, U.S. President Donald Trump issued a strong warning to Iran, making it clear that any interference with the oil route would trigger an overwhelming response.
Posting on Truth Social on March 10, Trump warned that the United States would retaliate aggressively if Iran attempted to halt global oil shipments through the strait.
