Former US President Donald Trump, in a recent statement, proposed that the United States could impose a blockade on Iran in the Strait of Hormuz and charge ships for safe passage. The Strait of Hormuz is a critical waterway through which about 20% of the world's oil passes.
Trump's comments, made during a campaign event, suggested that such a blockade would pressure Iran economically. However, international law experts note that blockading international waters could be seen as an act of war and would likely face significant opposition from other nations, including US allies.
As of July 2026, no official policy change has been announced by the US government. The proposal remains a campaign statement, and its feasibility is widely questioned by geopolitical analysts.
