Trump threatens to bomb Oman over Iran Strait of Hormuz talks

President Donald Trump issued a stark warning to Oman, threatening to bomb the country "mercilessly" if it obstructs dialogue between the United States and Iran concerning the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

"If Oman gets in the way [of the dialogue with Iran], we will bomb them mercilessly," Trump stated openly in an interview with Fox News. He also suggested that Iran should "raise the white flag and surrender."

These remarks follow Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson, Ismail Baghaei, informing media that Tehran had reached an agreement with Muscat to establish secure maritime routes through the Strait of Hormuz. This passage is critical for global hydrocarbon exports.

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If Oman gets in the way [of the dialogue with Iran], we will bomb them mercilessly.

The U.S. has asserted complete control over Hormuz through a military blockade. However, Iran appears to be reasserting some control, impacting maritime traffic. Trump also mentioned an unofficial communication channel for peace talks with Iran via the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, a claim Tehran denies.

The president's comments come as a 60-day peace memorandum deadline between Tehran and Washington approaches. The negotiations, aimed at addressing sanctions relief, Iran's nuclear program, and regional issues, have reportedly stalled.

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Iran should raise the white flag and surrender.