According to a report by the Saudi Gazette, former US President Donald Trump claimed on Tuesday that the US Navy has successfully cleared all mines from the Strait of Hormuz. In a statement posted to his Truth Social platform, Trump issued a stern warning to Iran, asserting that any vessels identified as placing new mines in the strategic waterway would be systematically destroyed by US forces.
The report further alleges that the Strait of Hormuz has been largely closed since late February, citing ongoing military tensions. These claims regarding the status of the strait and the volume of oil transit remain unverified by international monitoring agencies. While the report cites provisional data from the shiptracker Vortexa suggesting a decline in daily oil transit, these figures have not been confirmed by independent global energy analysts.
Global markets have remained sensitive to developments in the region, where the Strait of Hormuz serves as a critical chokepoint for international oil shipments. The assertion that the US Space Force is actively monitoring the area for mining activity adds a new dimension to the reported security posture. As of now, no official confirmation from the US Department of Defense or international maritime authorities has been provided to substantiate the claims of a full demining operation or the specific threats issued by the former president.
The story attributes significant geopolitical claims to Donald Trump regarding the Strait of Hormuz, yet these claims are not corroborated by any major international news wires. Furthermore, the report references a 'war' and 'US-Israeli attacks' on Iran that are not supported by the provided baseline of verified news, suggesting the report may be based on unverified or speculative information.
No corroborating trusted sources found.
Original report: Saudi Gazette