30.04.2026 07:00
US President Donald Trump warned that the naval blockade against Iran could last for months. The statement revealed a deadlock in the diplomatic process while escalating tensions between Washington and Tehran. Russian President Vladimir Putin said that potential military steps could have "devastating consequences." Iran, for its part, demanded that the blockade be lifted first for negotiations.
US President Donald Trump said the naval blockade against Iran could continue for months. The statement came at a time when the already fragile diplomatic process between the two countries has reached a point of complete deadlock.
After inconclusive talks between the US and Iran, Trump held a phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin. During the call, Putin warned that potential new US and Israeli military steps against Iran could have "devastating consequences."
"BLOCKADE MORE EFFECTIVE" MESSAGE
In a meeting with oil executives, Trump argued that the naval blockade is a more effective method compared to direct military intervention. The US administration aims to increase pressure on Iran through this strategy and bring Tehran back to the negotiation table.
A White House official stated that Trump, considering global balances, indicated during the meeting that the current blockade could be sustained for a long time and that steps are being taken to keep its effects under control.
IRAN: BLOCKADE MUST BE LIFTED FIRST
The Tehran administration, however, demands the lifting of the naval blockade as a precondition for negotiations. Iranian officials reiterate the message of a harsh response if the current situation continues, while diplomatic contacts between the parties are assessed to be completely suspended.
PUTIN STEPS IN
Russia's involvement has further deepened the international dimension of the crisis. The Kremlin expresses the view that a new military escalation in the region could shake not only the Middle East but also global balances. The US's moves to increase pressure on Iran and Tehran's uncompromising stance indicate that tensions could rise further in the coming period.