Trump is pushing a proposal for Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz, allowing oil transportation to return to normal if they want to reach a peace agreement with the U.S. He accidentally referred to it as the "Strait of Trump."
On 28 March 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump said at the FII Priority event in Miami, Florida, that negotiations are underway with Iran to end a war lasting about one month, emphasizing that a key condition is reopening the strategic global maritime route. He stated that Iran must open the Strait of Hormuz to allow oil shipments to resume as usual if it wants to achieve a peace agreement with the United States.
During his speech, Trump called the Strait of Hormuz the "Strait of Trump" before correcting himself to "Hormuz," joking that it was a mistake but adding, "Nothing happens by accident." He also spoke about the possibility of controlling Iran's oil resources in the future and stressed that the U.S. wants the situation to resolve through an agreement.
Trump's remarks drew attention amid tensions in the Middle East and the critical role of the Strait of Hormuz, which handles about 20% of the world's oil shipments. The U.S. leader claimed Iran is at a disadvantage and that key military infrastructure and its nuclear program have suffered heavy damage. He emphasized that negotiations are ongoing despite multiple denials from the Iranian side.