Trump claims Iran in 'state of collapse', want to open Strait of Hormuz

The Jerusalem Post covers statements made by US President Donald Trump regarding Iran's internal situation and its approach to ongoing negotiations. Trump's assertion, shared on Truth Social, that Iran is in a "state of collapse" and eager for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz presents a specific narrative of Iran's perceived weakness and its desire for de-escalation on US terms.

This perspective is further colored by Trump's reported unhappiness with Iran's proposed peace deal, which he believes inadequately addresses the nuclear issue by postponing it until after the war and the resolution of the Hormuz dispute. This stance emphasizes the US administration's priority on Iran's nuclear program from the outset of any settlement.

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Iran has informed him that they are in a “state of collapse” as they figure out their leadership situation.

Juxtaposed with these political statements is the ongoing reporting on Iran's economic resilience, including its use of "junk storage" for oil to counter the US blockade. While Trump projects an image of Iranian collapse, the practical measures Iran takes to manage its oil exports suggest a more complex reality on the ground. From our vantage point, these contrasting narratives – one of internal crisis and another of adaptive economic strategy – paint a multifaceted picture of Iran's current standing.

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Iran also wants the US to open the Strait of Hormuz “as soon as possible.”