US President Donald Trump has mentioned the possibility of scaling back the military operation against Iran, urging countries like South Korea, China, and Japan to play a role in safeguarding the crucial Strait of Hormuz. Trump, in a social media post, highlighted the nearness to achieving military objectives, which include dismantling Iran’s missile capabilities and defense infrastructure. He emphasized the need for other nations to oversee the Strait of Hormuz, given its significance in global oil supply.
Amid concerns over economic impacts from the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, Trump underlined the importance of securing the strait. The ongoing military campaign aims at neutralizing Iran’s naval and air forces, alongside denying its nuclear ambitions. Trump expressed readiness to assist countries in protecting the strait, emphasizing the ease of such military operations once Iran’s threats are eliminated.
During a White House press briefing, Trump called for the involvement of South Korea, China, and Japan in securing the Strait of Hormuz, citing their reliance on the waterway for energy imports. He also mentioned that the US no longer requires naval support from NATO countries or others, pointing to the need for regional participation in ensuring the strait’s accessibility.
