U.S. President Donald Trump announced that several countries will join the United States in sending warships to the Strait of Hormuz to ensure that the vital waterway remains open and secure amid rising tensions with Iran and ongoing military operations.
Trump said on his platform, Truth Social, that many countries affected by Iran’s attempts to close the strait will participate in the international naval effort, noting that among these countries are China, France, Japan, South Korea, Britain, and others that rely on this strategic passage for global energy trade.
He added that the United States has destroyed what he described as “100% of Iran’s military capabilities,” yet Iran can still threaten navigation by deploying drones, planting mines, or launching short‑range missiles into the waterway.
Trump stated that U.S. forces will continue their military operations along the coast, including targeting Iranian boats and vessels, in order to ensure that the Strait of Hormuz remains open to international shipping.
He emphasized that the goal is to keep the strait open, safe, and free for global navigation as soon as possible.