05.08.2026 06:30
US President Donald Trump, in his statement regarding the negotiations with Iran, stated that the Strait of Hormuz would open very soon and said that if an agreement is not reached, Iran would be "hit very hard." Emphasizing that Tehran can never possess a nuclear weapon, Trump stated that diplomatic talks are ongoing, but the military option is also on the table.
US President Donald Trump delivered strong messages regarding ongoing diplomatic contacts with Iran and the latest situation in the Strait of Hormuz in an interview with Fox News.
Trump argued that the Strait of Hormuz would soon be reopened to international trade, stating that Washington would use military force in any other scenario.
Using the phrases, "The strait will open very soon. Otherwise, they will be hit very hard, and then the strait will open again," Trump claimed that the US was preparing to carry out one of the largest attacks planned since World War II, but that this was suspended upon Iran's request for talks.
"IRAN WILL NEVER BE ABLE TO HAVE NUCLEAR WEAPONS"
Trump stated that they would never allow Iran to possess nuclear weapons under any circumstances, saying this commitment would be one of the fundamental terms of a possible deal.
Arguing that the Tehran administration wants to make a deal, Trump said, "We are having very good talks. They want to make a deal. We will see what happens. If they don't make a deal, it will be very bad for them."
"IF THERE IS NO DEAL, THEY WILL BE HIT VERY HARD"
Trump stated that the military option would be reactivated if Iran withdrew from the negotiating table, using the phrases, "If they withdraw from the talks, they will be hit very hard."
Trump, who claimed that the US administration planned a comprehensive military operation before turning to diplomacy, emphasized that negotiations were progressing positively but the military option remained on the table.
CRITICAL DIPLOMACY FOR THE STRAIT OF HORMUZ
Trump's statements came at a time when diplomatic efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz were gaining momentum. According to AP, progress has been made in negotiations between Iran and Oman regarding the resumption of commercial passages in the strait, and the US administration is closely following the process. However, there are significant differences of opinion between the parties regarding security guarantees, transit fees, and Iran's demands.