Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that a deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran has been completed, and simultaneously ordered the lifting of a United States naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
“The Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete,” Trump wrote. “I hereby fully authorize the toll free opening of the Strait of Hormuz, and, simultaneously herewith, authorize the immediate removal of the United States Naval blockade. Ships of the World, start your engines. Let the oil flow!”
The post, published on Trump’s Truth Social account, offered no further details on the terms of the agreement, the timeline for implementation, or which parties were involved in the negotiations.
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most consequential oil transit chokepoints, with roughly a fifth of global petroleum supplies passing through it. Any disruption to that passage carries immediate consequences for energy markets and Gulf producers. The announcement, if confirmed and implemented, would represent a significant shift in US posture toward Iran and the broader region.
