President Donald Trump on Wednesday threatened to "blow up" Oman if it does not bow to his wishes regarding control of the Strait of Hormuz, as his administration seeks a peace agreement with Iran to reopen the strategic waterway. The remark came during a Cabinet meeting at the White House.
Trump's Remarks on Oman and the Strait of Hormuz
The president reiterated his insistence that Oman and other nations sign the Abraham Accords, a U.S.-led treaty encouraging normalization of diplomatic ties between Arab nations and Israel. When a reporter asked about a potential short-term deal for shared control of the Strait of Hormuz between Iran and Oman, Trump issued a direct threat to the U.S. ally.
"Oman will behave just like everyone else, or we'll have to blow them up," the president warned.
Background on the Strait of Hormuz
The Strait of Hormuz is a critical waterway for global oil shipments, bordered by Iran and Oman. Tensions have been high as the U.S. pushes for a peace agreement with Iran to ensure safe passage. Trump's comments mark an escalation in rhetoric against Oman, a long-time partner in the region.
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