Donald Trump orders U.S. Navy to target mine-laying vessels in the Strait of Hormuz as tensions with Iran rise and global oil supply concerns grow.
‘Shoot and Kill’: President Donald Trump Orders U.S. Navy to ‘Shoot & Kill’ Iranian Mine-Laying Vessels in Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump announced Thursday that he has directed the U.S. Navy to take aggressive action against any vessels attempting to deploy mines in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route.
In a post shared on Truth Social, Trump stated that military forces have been instructed to immediately “shoot and kill” any small boats involved in laying mines in the strategic waterway. He emphasized that there should be no hesitation in enforcing this order.
Trump also noted that U.S. naval forces are actively conducting mine-clearing operations in the strait, adding that he has ordered those efforts to be significantly expanded. According to his statement, the current sweeping operations will continue at three times their current capacity.
The announcement comes as uncertainty persists over how long the Strait of Hormuz may remain disrupted. Earlier this week, Trump extended a ceasefire with Iran indefinitely while maintaining a blockade in the region.
Reports indicate that clearing the mines could be a lengthy process. According to The Washington Post, Pentagon officials informed Congress that the operation may take up to six months to fully secure the waterway.
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most vital energy corridors, typically handling around 20% of global oil and gas shipments. However, tanker traffic has declined since the conflict began, contributing to elevated global oil prices.
Meanwhile, U.S. Central Command reported that dozens of vessels have already been redirected as part of the ongoing blockade measures against Iran.
In a follow-up statement, Trump claimed that Iran is facing internal political divisions, describing tensions between hardline and moderate factions. He also asserted that the United States currently maintains full control over access to the strait, stating that no ships can pass without U.S. Navy approval until a new agreement with Iran is reached.
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The White House has not set a deadline for Iran to present a revised peace proposal.
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