Trump Says the Hormuz Blockade Is 'Doing Very Well'

Summary

President Donald Trump provides a brief update on the US-led naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, stating it is very successful and preventing all ship traffic. He mentions ongoing negotiations with Iran that could result in a deal providing the US with 'free oil,' attributing the current positive relationship with Iran to the military pressure of the blockade and bombing campaign.

• Trump states the Strait of Hormuz blockade is 'doing very well' and is routine.
• He claims no ships are attempting to enter or pass the US Navy blockade.
• Trump mentions a potential negotiation with Iran that could be announced soon.
• He says this deal would give the United States 'free oil'.
• Trump attributes improved relations with Iran to a combination of weeks of bombing and the powerful blockade.
• He suggests the blockade may be more impactful than the bombing campaign.