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.
U.S. oil prices climbed above $110 per barrel after Axios reported that President Donald Trump will be briefed by CENTCOM Commander Brad Cooper on potential military action in Iran on Thursday.
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.
USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) is conducting routine flight operations while sailing in the Red Sea, according to U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM).
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.
The Trump administration is negotiating with international partners to form a new coalition called the "Maritime Freedom Structure," aimed at restoring ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz and ending disruptions caused by the Islamic Republic of Iran.
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.
The Iranian regime's embassy in London issued a call to its followers to fight and "sacrifice their lives"; one day later, two Jews were stabbed in an apparent attack.
Jewish communities in the UK have faced a series of attacks, including the firebombing of synagogues and Jewish businesses, harassment at homes, and physical assaults. Online comments have also spread anti-Semitic rhetoric, with some claiming that Jews are privileged in the UK.
The Iranian regime and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) are funding and organizing violent attacks in London, targeting Iranian monarchists and Jews. This activity, which has been escalating over time, has intensified due to the ongoing conflict in Iran, despite inaction from the London mayor.
On Wednesday, U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to maintain a naval blockade on Iran until the Tehran regime agrees to a deal addressing U.S. concerns about its nuclear program. Trump rejected Iran's proposal to first lift the blockade by reopening the Strait of Hormuz, insisting that nuclear talks precede any such action.
Vladimir Putin's foreign policy aide, Yuri Ushakov, announced that Putin spoke by phone with U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday, focusing on the situation in Iran and the Persian Gulf. Putin expressed support for Trump's decision to extend the ceasefire with Iran, aiming to stabilize the region, while also proposing a temporary ceasefire in Ukraine to mark the anniversary of the end of World War II.
On Wednesday, U.S. President Donald Trump, speaking from the Oval Office during a meeting with the "Artemis 2" astronauts, emphasized that Iran must "surrender" due to the impact of the ongoing naval blockade against Iran, which began after the failure of negotiations between Washington and Tehran in Islamabad and the start of the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran on February 28, 2025.
According to @polymarket, the likelihood of the USA and Iran reaching a nuclear deal before the end of the year is decreasing, with the USA likely to resume airstrikes against the Islamic Regime in Iran if no deal is reached. A majority of Iranians want the current regime to fall.
An advisor to Khamenei Jr., a senior figure in the Islamic Republic of Iran, has warned that Iran will respond if a naval blockade continues. The statement was made in response to recent US military operations in the region.
