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Trump: US Will Provide Military Escort for Tankers in Strait of Hormuz if Necessary

Published March 13, 2026, 12:18
Trump: US Will Provide Military Escort for Tankers in Strait of Hormuz if Necessary

US President Donald Trump stated that the United States will offer military escort for tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz if necessary, while expressing hope that such action will not be needed. The statement was made in an interview with Fox News, against the backdrop of rising tensions with Iran. Trump added that he hopes things will go well, but warned that the US is ready to react. He also stated that Iran will need years to recover from recent military actions and that the US will impose further pressure next week. The statement from Trump comes at a time of increased concern for navigation safety in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route for global oil trade. The region has become a point of tension between the US and Iran, with Iran threatening to close the Strait in the event of further attacks.