Trump Warns Oman of Bombing as Iran-Hormuz Talks Reach Breaking Point

The U.S. president has once again heightened tensions in the Middle East as attempts to reach an agreement on the Strait of Hormuz have failed.

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U.S. President Donald Trump launched a harsh threat against Oman on Monday, warning that he could bomb the Arab country if it interferes in negotiations related to Iran and the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

During an interview with Fox News, Trump assured that Washington will not tolerate actions that, in his opinion, hinder its objectives in the region.

Trump Ratchets Up Pressure on Oman

“If Oman gets in the way, we’ll bomb them without mercy,” Trump stated when asked about the conversations between Muscat and Tehran to reach an agreement on control and navigation of the Strait of Hormuz.

This is not the first time the president has directed threats at Oman. Months ago, he had already warned of military consequences if the country did not act in accordance with U.S. interests.

Iran and Oman Negotiate Over the Strait of Hormuz

The new escalation occurs while Iran maintains conversations with Oman about mechanisms to allow for secure maritime routes through the Strait of Hormuz.

The maritime route is one of the most strategically important points on the planet for energy trade, and its closure has caused significant disruptions in the transportation of oil and gas.

The United States claims it maintains a naval blockade and has military control of the area, while Tehran asserts that the strait remains under its authority.

Trump Calls on Iran to Surrender

The U.S. president also toughened his message towards Tehran, stating that the Iranian government should “raise the white flag” and surrender.

Trump also claimed that there is an unofficial communication channel with sectors of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard, although Iranian authorities have publicly denied these conversations.

Deadline to Reach an Agreement Expires

The statements coincide with the expiration of the 60-day deadline established in the interim agreement reached between Washington and Tehran on June 17.

The goal was to advance negotiations on Iran’s nuclear program, economic sanctions, and other regional conflicts.

However, the dialogue remains stalled, and both parties have increased their threats, once again raising the risk of a military escalation in the Middle East.

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