04.05.2026 23:43
US President Donald Trump responded with a threat to Iran's statement that 'US navy approaching Hormuz will be targeted.' Trump said, 'If they attack US ships in Hormuz, we will respond. We will wipe Iran off the face of the earth.'
The US President Donald Trump gave a very harsh response to Iran, which said it would strike the US Navy if it attempted to approach the Strait of Hormuz. Warning against Iran's threats, Trump stated that any attack on US ships would be met with the strongest possible response.
TRUMP: WE WILL WIPE IRAN OFF THE FACE OF THE EARTH
Trump said, "If they attack US ships in Hormuz, we will respond. We will wipe Iran off the face of the earth. We have the best equipment in the world. Our bases are filled with equipment. We will use them if necessary. I gave Iran only 24 hours. After that, the world may witness one of the most devastating airstrikes ever seen."
The tension has reignited the struggle for dominance over the Strait of Hormuz, a key transit point for global oil trade. Trump's outburst is seen as a continuation of the "maximum pressure" strategy at a time of increased military activity in the region, raising concerns of a hot conflict in the international community.
US President Donald Trump had announced that, as part of a new initiative called "Project Freedom," the US would begin escorting foreign commercial vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz from today.
US TO ESCORT SHIPS
Under the plan announced by Trump, the US Navy is set to take an active role in ensuring the security of foreign ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz. The initiative is being implemented due to increasing security risks in the region.
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US WARSHIPS IN THE REGION
Meanwhile, the US Central Command has also begun supporting the process. CENTCOM announced that guided-missile destroyers, more than 100 air assets, unmanned platforms, and 15,000 troops would be involved in the operation.
STRONG REACTION FROM IRAN: WILL BE ATTACKED
Iran responded harshly to the US move. Iranian Khatam al-Anbia Central Headquarters Commander Ali Shadmani emphasized that control over the Strait of Hormuz lies with Iran. Shadmani stated, "Iran has full control of the Strait of Hormuz. All commercial vessels must coordinate with Iranian forces for safe passage."
The Iranian commander also issued an explicit threat, saying, "Any foreign military force, including the US military, that attempts to approach or enter the strait will be attacked."