President of the United States Donald Trump accused Iran of «dishonestly» blocking the Strait of Hormuz. According to Trump, after the US victory, Tehran has no right to obstruct shipping.
Trump's statement
During his speech, Donald Trump said that Iran was blocking the passage through the Strait of Hormuz «unfairly». He emphasised that the US had already won the war, so Iran's actions were groundless.
Trump said: «It's not even fair of them. We have already won! They have no right to continue what they're doing.».
The situation in the Strait of Hormuz
The Strait of Hormuz is a strategically important transport corridor for oil exports. About 20% of the world's maritime oil supplies pass through it.
Iran has repeatedly threatened to restrict shipping in the Strait in response to US actions. Tensions in the region have been rising following a series of detention incidents and attacks on tankers.
Context.
Relations between the US and Iran remain tense after Washington withdrew from the nuclear deal in 2018. Since then, the parties have repeatedly exchanged accusations and sanctions.
The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the main centres of confrontation between the countries. Any traffic restrictions could affect the global energy market.
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