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Trump Vows to Clear Shipping Blockade in Strait of Hormuz Starting Monday

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May 4, 2026 · 1:05 AM
Trump Vows to Clear Shipping Blockade in Strait of Hormuz Starting Monday

President Donald Trump announced that the United States will take action to free vessels obstructing the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global oil shipments. In a statement, Trump warned that any interference with the operation, which is set to begin on Monday, "will have to be dealt with forcefully." The move comes amid rising tensions in the region, where naval blockades have threatened international trade and energy supplies.