U.S. President Donald J. Trump indicated he could abandon efforts to force Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, amid ongoing criticism of allies who have not joined the conflict.
In recent remarks, Trump suggested that countries reliant on Gulf energy supplies should take responsibility for securing access themselves, stating they may need to “get your own oil.”
According to reports, Trump has also signaled to aides that he may be willing to end the war without securing control of the strategic waterway, as a military operation to reopen it could extend the conflict beyond the planned timeline.
The Strait of Hormuz remains partially restricted, with Iran reportedly blocking or imposing conditions on certain vessels transiting the route.
