Donald Trump stated that the USA will take control of the Strait of Hormuz and that they should be compensated for securing it.

In an interview with Fox News, President Donald Trump stated that the United States will likely take control of the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial waterway for global trade. Trump emphasized that the U.S. should be paid for this responsibility, mentioning that other wealthy countries should compensate American efforts.

He used an ironic tone, suggesting that the U.S. could become "the guardian of the strait." Although Trump claims that American forces already control the strait, Iran continues to threaten ships passing through the area, which affects the global economy.

Trump criticized Iran for violating previous agreements and promised tough actions against it, in the context of which the American military has intensified attacks on Iran. The Islamic Revolutionary Guards warned that American military interventions could lead to serious incidents in the oil and gas sector.