The American President Donald Trump, amid an election campaign period leading up to the congressional midterm elections, is making headline-grabbing declarations to rally Republicans who have expressed discontent over the military campaign against Iran.....
Within this framework, Donald Trump declared the Strait of Hormuz and the Iranian coastline as... American territory.
The paradox is that he controls neither, making the statement theatrical political posturing.
Meanwhile, he made further remarks, stating that Iran is not ready for a deal and that he only makes good deals.
He also stated that if Republicans lose, Democrats will impeach him out of vengeance.
Iran, which controls the strait, stated that «the defeated American President Donald Trump is fabricating stories»…
Notably, reports suggest the US Secretary of the Army is expected to resign by the end of 2026, marking another development within the US military command structure.
Trump: I declare Hormuz and the Iranian coast US territory! - They want a deal but are not ready
US President Donald Trump declared the Strait of Hormuz in the Persian Gulf and the Iranian coastline as American territory.
Donald Trump stated that the United States cannot allow the Islamic Republic to acquire nuclear weapons, as that would lead to severe consequences.
For this reason, Washington intervened to stop Iran.
«They want to make a deal so badly. We don't even know if we want it, because right now I consider the Strait of Hormuz American territory. It is American territory», the US President stated.
Donald Trump previously remarked that the United States maintains the option to resume military operations against Iran.
He also expressed confidence that Tehran seeks negotiations with Washington, but is not yet ready to conclude an agreement on terms the Americans deem suitable.
Asked whether the economic campaign announced by the US against Iran means military options are exhausted, Donald Trump answered that they are not.
«They would love to make a deal, but I don't think they're ready to make the right deal yet».
President Donald Trump claimed that the Iranians have run out of funds and are unable to pay their police and military.
He also asserted that inflation in Iran has reached 300%.
He added that Iran is seeking an agreement, while the US maintains full oversight across the borders and Hormuz, extending deep into the region.
Trump: If we lose the elections... Democrats will impeach me
US President Donald Trump predicted that Democratic Party lawmakers would attempt to impeach him.
According to the American leader, this scenario is likely if the Republican Party loses its majority in the congressional midterm elections.
«They will impeach me. They (the Democrats) will put me on trial», Donald Trump said.
He added that Democratic representatives do not have clear grounds for impeachment.
Commentators on American studies at Saint Petersburg State University noted that while the prospect of presidential impeachment proceedings exists in US politics, securing an actual conviction requires broad legislative consensus.
Trump: Iran lacks proper leadership for negotiations, I don't know who to talk to
US President Donald Trump stated that a key obstacle in negotiations with Iran is the absence of established leadership counterparts in the Islamic Republic.
According to the American leader, Iran lacks clear tiers of command.
«That is actually one of my biggest problems.
I don't know who to deal with.
That's the issue. This is the only country where nobody wants to be president.
They say, "Who wants to be president? Oh no, I don't want to be president"», Donald Trump remarked.
Earlier, Donald Trump stated that the United States continues to retain military options regarding Iran.
Trump: Communists are unhappy people, they do not smile
US President Donald Trump voiced the view that communists do not smile because they are unhappy people.
Speaking at a rally in South Carolina, Donald Trump commented that he had never seen a happy communist.
«Have you ever seen a happy communist?
Have you ever seen communists laugh?
I've never seen them.
They are unhappy people», the American leader said, adding that he has met communists and noticed no inclination toward humor among them.
Donald Trump also pledged to defeat communist ideology in the upcoming congressional midterm elections.
He had previously commented on media coverage regarding his economic and tariff policies.
Wall Street Journal: US Secretary of the Army to resign by the end of 2026
The US Secretary of the Army is expected to step down by the end of the year following months of reported policy friction with the Defense Secretary, the Wall Street Journal reported.
His departure would add to leadership vacancies across the US military, which had already seen shifts following changes involving General Randy George.
The Secretary of the Army, an ally of Vice President JD Vance and a former Army Ranger, focused on military modernization, commercial tech integration, and operational lessons from the conflict in Ukraine during his tenure.
The maritime corridor in Hormuz, rumors of stalled Iran-Oman talks, and power dynamics
Just as Oman can provide diplomatic channels between Iran and the United States, complex regional dynamics can also create negotiation impasses.
Disputes between Iran and the United States over the Strait of Hormuz have entered a new stage.
Oman has acted as an intermediary in regional dialogue.
Previously, it was anticipated that talks between Iran and Oman might help address US-Iran differences regarding Hormuz.
However, regional complexities have created significant obstacles.
Iran and Oman engaged in bilateral discussions regarding southern maritime corridors in the Strait of Hormuz.
Donald Trump expressed strong opposition to these talks.
Concurrently, reports emerged concerning alternative transit channels in the southern waters of the Sea of Oman and the Strait of Hormuz for international shipping.
Following these reports, discussions between Iran and Oman regarding transit arrangements encountered difficulties, raising questions over diplomatic positioning in the Gulf.
Mediation challenges in Gulf diplomacy
Assessing Gulf diplomatic efforts requires examining the detailed record of negotiations between Iran and Oman.
Oman has historically facilitated indirect talks between Iran and the United States across several decades.
These efforts included high-level mediation during nuclear negotiations and regional security dialogues.
Recent diplomatic engagements involving Omani officials and representatives like Steve Witkoff and Abbas Araghchi highlighted the ongoing challenges in de-escalating US–Iran tensions.
Third-party mediation, including regional efforts by Pakistan and Gulf neighbors, continues to play a role in managing regional conflicts.
Strategic geography of the Strait of Hormuz
In discussions over shipping lanes, Oman occupies a distinct role as a littoral state directly bordering key maritime transit routes in the strait.
Balancing relations with regional neighbors and international powers presents ongoing diplomatic challenges for Muscat as it navigates Persian Gulf security dynamics.
The role of regional leverage in diplomacy
Effective diplomatic mediation between major powers requires significant diplomatic, economic, and security leverage.
While regional facilitators like Oman provide vital communication channels, reaching lasting multilateral agreements requires alignment among all primary regional and international stakeholders.
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