Trump says many ships "loaded up with oil" started to move out of Hormuz after announcement of Iran-US deal
Washington DC, June 15
US President Donald Trump on Monday said that ships, including several carrying oil, had started moving out of the Strait of Hormuz following his announcement of the completion of the Iran-US peace deal aimed at ending the hostilities in the region.
In a post on Truth Social, Trump suggested that maritime traffic through the strategically important waterway had resumed and described the designated shipping route as secure.
"Ships are starting to move, many loaded up with Oil, out of the Strait of Hormuz. They are going along the Southern 'Highway', which is totally safe, secure, and pristine. There are other areas of travel, also!!!" Trump wrote in his post.
This comes after Trump on Sunday announced that the deal with Iran was "complete", while also ending the US Naval blockade on the strategically critical waterway.
"The Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete. Congratulations to all! I hereby fully authorise the toll-free opening of the Strait of Hormuz and, simultaneously herewith, authorise the immediate removal of the United States Naval blockade. Ships of the World, start your engines. Let the oil flow!" Trump stated in a separate post on Truth Social.
However, Trump, in a separate post, stated that the strategic waterway would again be open after the signing of the agreement on Friday in Geneva, noting that the "Great Deal" was aimed at bringing "Peace and Security" to the whole region.
"This Great Deal will bring Peace and Security to the whole Region. Many presidents have tried to make Peace with Iran, and all have failed before me. The Leaders of the Region have, for the first time, found a President who can help them achieve real Peace. With the opening of the Strait upon the signing of the Deal on Friday, for purposes of mine removal, oil will flow on both ends again for the Region, and the World! Trump stated in his post.
The Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most critical oil transit chokepoints, has remained under close international scrutiny amid heightened tensions in West Asia.
Meanwhile, US Vice President JD Vance today said that Washington and Tehran had already "signed the deal digitally" on Sunday, adding that any sanctions relief for Iran would depend on its compliance with the terms of the agreement, including measures related to its enriched uranium stockpile and verification mechanisms.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Trump and deals? Not exactly a match made in heaven. 😅 But if this means less tension in West Asia, I'm cautiously optimistic. India has always called for dialogue over conflict, so any peace is welcome. I just hope Iran gets a fair deal too, not just US interests.
'Pristine' waterway? Please! Trump's hyperbole is exhausting. The Strait of Hormuz is anything but pristine—it's a geopolitical minefield. I'll believe the 'safe highway' when I see sustained calm for months, not just a tweet. For now, India should keep its strategic oil reserves topped up.
As someone who follows global energy markets, this is a significant development. The Strait of Hormuz handles about 20% of the world's oil. If this deal genuinely opens it up without future disruptions, it could lower fuel prices worldwide—good for Indian consumers and our trade deficit. Let's watch the Geneva signing closely.
I'm just tired of big powers playing games in our neighborhood. 🙄 Whether it's Hormuz or the South China Sea, we always end up paying the price. If this deal is real, great for peace. But Trump's track record with 'deals' (remember the Taliban withdrawal?) makes me skeptical. India needs to diversify our energy sources, pronto.
As an Indian living in the Gulf, this is personal! 🙏 The tension here affects everyone—expats, businesses, families. If ships start moving freely and mine removal proceeds, it's a win for global trade. But I'm waiting for Friday's signing before popping the
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