US President Donald Trump has announced he is “permanently opening the Strait of Hormuz”.
In a post on Truth Social, Mr Trump said: “China is very happy that I am permanently opening the Strait of Hormuz.
“I am doing it for them, also – And the World. This situation will never happen again.
“They have agreed not to send weapons to Iran. President Xi will give me a big, fat, hug when I get there in a few weeks. We are working together smartly, and very well!
“Doesn’t that beat fighting??? BUT REMEMBER, we are very good at fighting, if we have to – far better than anyone else!!! President DJT.”
The US military had claimed earlier today that it has “maritime superiority in the Middle East” since they blocked the key shipping route at 3pm on Monday.
Iranian news agency Mehr News reported that Tehran will use alternative ports to those in southern Iran to avoid the US blockade.
China had already defied Mr Trump when they sent a tanker through the Strait of Hormuz while slamming the US blockade as “dangerous and irresponsible.”
Donald Trump has confirmed he will permanently open the Strait of Hormuz on Truth Social
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