US President Donald Trump says diplomatic talks with Iran are progressing, raising hopes for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz while warning Tehran of severe consequences if negotiations collapse.
US President Donald Trump has expressed confidence that the Strait of Hormuz could reopen “very soon,” saying diplomatic negotiations with Iran have made significant progress while cautioning that Tehran would face a strong military response if talks fail.
Speaking in an interview with Fox News, Trump said Iranian representatives sought negotiations as the United States was preparing for what he described as a large-scale military operation. He said Washington agreed to engage after receiving indications that Tehran was willing to pursue dialogue.
Trump reiterated that preventing Iran from developing nuclear weapons remains a key US objective. He warned that abandoning negotiations would carry serious consequences, underscoring Washington’s commitment to maintaining pressure while pursuing diplomacy.
According to the US president, negotiators spent the day in intensive discussions, which he described as constructive. He said a successful agreement could pave the way for the restoration of normal shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most strategically important maritime corridors.
Trump also argued that reopening the waterway would help stabilize global energy markets by reducing supply concerns. He suggested that lower oil prices could eventually lead to cheaper gasoline for consumers and encouraged energy companies to pass on any savings if market conditions improve.
Later, while speaking to reporters in California, Trump said developments were moving in a positive direction and indicated that greater clarity on the negotiations could emerge within the next 48 hours.
Regional mediators, including Oman and Qatar, are reportedly supporting the diplomatic efforts. Discussions are focused on restoring safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz and easing tensions between Washington and Tehran. Iranian officials, however, have maintained that meaningful progress depends on an end to US threats and respect for Iran’s sovereignty.
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