Reactions and statements from the international community
Brad Cooper, Commander of CENTCOM, announced that the naval blockade of Iran's ports has prevented the sale of approximately 69 million barrels of Iranian oil.
On Thursday, April 30, the President of the United States published a map on his social network "Truth Social" labeling the Strait of Hormuz as the "Trump Strait." This is the second time Donald Trump has referred to the strategic waterway by this name, amid tensions over Iran's potential blockade and the ongoing U.S. maritime presence.
Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, stated that any agreement with the Islamic Republic of Iran must include discussions on its nuclear and missile programs, while emphasizing the continuation of the Middle East ceasefire.
President Donald Trump of the United States published a map on his social network, Truth Social, renaming the Strait of Hormuz to the "Trump Strait."
A Japanese oil tanker passed through the Strait of Hormuz with permission from the Islamic Republic of Iran, leading to significant reactions in East Asia. The Islamic Republic's embassy in Tokyo cited "long-standing friendship" dating back to the Pahlavi era as the reason for granting permission.
Axios reported on Thursday that former President Trump is scheduled to receive a briefing from General Erik Kurilla, commander of U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), on potential military action plans against Iran, including strikes on infrastructure, seizing part of the Strait of Hormuz, and a special forces operation to seize Iran's enriched uranium stockpiles.
On Wednesday, former US President Donald Trump reposted on Truth Social a post featuring an image of the Strait of Hormuz labeled as the "Trump Strait," at a time when the strategic waterway is crucial for global energy transit and any tensions there have significant international implications.
Protesters in Tehran, specifically in areas around Nowab Metro, Narmaq Square, Frog Park in Shahrak-e Gharb, and Andarzgoo, are accusing authorities of coercing sex workers to participate in pro-regime gatherings with financial incentives. The message also warns those who criticize the regime of facing severe consequences.
More than 2,000 ships and approximately 20,000 sailors remain stranded in the Persian Gulf, unable to pass through the Strait of Hormuz due to its closure, causing significant disruption to global maritime transport and energy flows.
On Wednesday night, President Trump reposted an image of the Persian Gulf, the Strait of Hormuz, and the Sea of Oman on Truth Social, emphasizing the term "Trump Strait" and warning the Islamic Republic regime to keep the strategic waterway open, underscoring Washington's firm stance against any attempts to close or control the Strait of Hormuz.
On Wednesday, former US President Donald Trump reposted on Truth Social an image of the Strait of Hormuz labeled as the "Trump Strait," coinciding with the US action to blockade Iran's southern coasts, which has led to a global crisis due to the strait's closure.
Goldie Ghamari appeared on @ChanelRion's Fine Point on @OANN today to discuss the Iranian Revolution and support for HRH Reza Pahlavi, the Crown Prince of Iran, noting that support for him has never been stronger and the Islamic Regime is close to collapse.
