US Treasury threatens Oman with sanctions over Hormuz Strait
Summary
The US government warned Oman it would face strong sanctions if it helps Iran charge fees on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz. President Donald Trump said the strait is international waters and threatened military action if Oman tries to control it. Iran wants joint control with Oman, but the US insists the waterway must remain open for all.Key Facts
- The US threatens "aggressive" sanctions against Oman if it helps Iran set up a toll system in the Strait of Hormuz.
- US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said nations must reject any tolls or restrictions on ship movement in this strategic waterway.
- President Trump said nobody will control the strait and warned Oman it must comply or face military consequences.
- Iran has closed the strait at times and claims sovereignty over it amid conflict with the US.
- About 20% of the world’s oil supply passes through the Strait of Hormuz.
- Oman has not officially said it wants to control the strait but has discussed possible joint management with Iran.
- The US and Iran have been indirectly negotiating to end their conflict, with control of the strait a key issue.
- Iran says it wants a fair regional order without domination and rejects foreign control threatening its security.
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