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Trump WARNS Oil Won't Be Held Hostage as Hormuz Crisis Deepens
10 April,2026 06:34 PM
Tensions in West Asia are back in sharp focus as US President Donald Trump delivers a strong warning to Iran amid rising uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical oil routes. Calling Iran’s approach “dishonourable” and ineffective, Trump accused Tehran of failing to uphold ceasefire commitments and hinted at serious consequences if maritime restrictions continue. His message was blunt: global oil supply will not be held hostage. The Strait of Hormuz, a narrow but vital passage for nearly a fifth of the world’s oil shipments, has seen limited movement since the fragile ceasefire came into effect. With only a handful of vessels reportedly passing through, concerns over supply disruptions and energy market instability are growing rapidly.
