Iran18 Apr
Trump: Iran can't blackmail US over Hormuz
President Trump says Iran wants to close the Strait of Hormuz again but cannot blackmail the United States.
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Synthesis · 10 sources
President Donald Trump has dismissed Iran's renewed threat to close the Strait of Hormuz, stating that Iran "wanted to close the strait again" but cannot blackmail the United States. He described Iran's actions as a form of blackmail and questioned why the U.S. waited so long before taking action against Iran. The comments come amid ongoing tensions in the strategic waterway, where Iran has previously announced closures and the U.S. maintains a naval presence.
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18 Apr@KobeissiLetter
Trump provided additional direct quotes, specifically stating 'Iran cannot blackmail us' and indicating he will have 'some information by end of day.'
18 Apr@Worldsource24
President Trump posted a direct quote on social media, referencing Iran's repeated attempts to close the strait.
18 AprMiddle East Spectator — MES
President Trump added a new, dismissive characterization of Iran, calling the country 'a little cute' for closing the strait.
18 Apr@WarMonitor3
Trump provided additional direct quotes, specifically stating 'they wanted to close up the strait again' and 'they can't blackmail us.'
18 Apr@disclosetv
Trump added new commentary, stating 'a lot of ships are now coming to Texas' and that Iran 'got used to it, maybe they'll keep doing it. It's worked out pretty good.'
18 AprDD Geopolitics
A video of Trump's statement has been released, providing the direct quote and context.
18 AprAlHaq News | English - Middle East & Geopolitics
Trump elaborated on his previous dismissal, describing Iran's methods as "somewhat devious" and claiming they have used such tactics for 47 years.
18 Apr@MonitorX99800
Trump added specific criticism about waiting "47 years before taking action against Iran," providing more context to his dismissal of Iranian threats.
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