What did Trump say about the naval blockade on Iran and its intended effect?

Trump vowed to maintain the naval blockade on Iranian ports, claiming it is depriving Iran of much-needed oil revenue and will force Tehran back to the negotiating table.

How did Iranian officials respond to the US naval blockade, and what conditions did they set for renewed talks?

Iranian officials, including parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, dismissed the blockade’s effectiveness—citing Iran’s large size—and insisted the blockade must be lifted for new talks to begin and for the Strait of Hormuz to reopen; Iran’s new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei also signaled Tehran would retain control of the Strait and refused to relinquish nuclear or missile technologies.

Trump Vows to Maintain Naval Blockade on Iran

May 1, 2026

President Trump vowed to maintain a naval blockade on Iran to cut oil revenue. Brent crude prices surged over 6% this week to approximately $112 per barrel due to concerns over the Strait of Hormuz.

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