Trump threatens to ‘blow up’ Oman amid talks over strait of Hormuz
Summary
President Donald Trump threatened to "blow up" Oman if it does not cooperate regarding the control of the Strait of Hormuz. The strait, a key waterway for global oil shipments, has been blocked by Iran, and the US wants to keep it open for all ships without any country controlling it.Key Facts
- President Trump made the threat during a cabinet meeting.
- The US is trying to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran has blockaded since February.
- The strait carries about one-fifth of the world’s oil supplies.
- Iran wants Oman’s support to charge tolls on ships passing through the strait.
- Oman is a US ally but is reportedly in talks with Iran about joint toll collection.
- Trump said the strait is international waters and must remain open to everyone.
- He accused Iran of delaying a peace deal to wait out the US midterm elections in November.
- Some US politicians criticized the idea of a ceasefire deal with Iran.
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