U.S. President Trump threatened Iran, stating "attacks may resume" in response to a proposal. He also described the U.S. naval blockade of Iran as "a very friendly blockade."
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham stated that if Iran continues "provocative" behavior, President Donald Trump should resume military attacks to eliminate the Iranian regime entirely.
During a trip to the region on October 12, 2025, Adm. Brad Cooper, the commander of U.S. Central Command, visited Sailors and Marines aboard the USS Tripoli (LHA 7) in the Arabian Sea. He interacted with service members, recognized top performers, and toured the ship's facilities, including the Combat Information Center.
On April 28, USS New Orleans (LPD 18) sailed in the Arabian Sea as part of the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports; over the past 20 days, 48 vessels have been redirected to ensure compliance with the blockade.
Mohammad Akrami-Nia, spokesperson for the Islamic Republic's army, stated that neither friend nor foe can pass through the Strait of Hormuz without permission, and warned that any enemy aggression would face new arenas and tools in war.
🚨🇺🇸🇮🇷Trump threatens Iran over the proposal: "ATTACKS MAY RESUME". He added that regarding the US naval blockade of Iran, the US president said: "It's a very friendly blockade."
