US President Donald Trump has announced that the United States Navy will begin a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz following the collapse of recent negotiations with Iran.

In a statement on his Truth Social platform, Trump said talks ended without an agreement despite progress on several issues, with major differences remaining over Iran’s nuclear program. He added that the US Navy would immediately move to block vessels entering or exiting the strait.

Trump also ordered action against ships paying tolls to Iran, warning that any vessel engaging in such activity would not be granted safe passage in international waters.

He accused Iran of placing naval mines in the strait and called the situation “global extortion.” Trump warned of strong military action against any threats, claiming Iran’s military capabilities had already been severely weakened.