Statements on Iran and the Strait of Hormuz from US President Trump
US President Donald Trump stated that Iran's economic and political situation is poor and argued that it will eventually give up, while also noting that record oil transit has been achieved in the Strait of Hormuz.
US President Donald Trump claimed during assessments at the White House that Iran's situation is very poor and that it will eventually yield. Trump also stated that more oil has passed through the Strait of Hormuz in recent days than at any time in history.
Statements at the White House
US President Donald Trump answered questions from members of the press while meeting with representatives of technology and artificial intelligence companies on the White House lawn.
Situation in Iran and the Tehran Administration
Making evaluations regarding Iran, Trump claimed that the Tehran administration is not in a good position. Trump stated that he does not know whether Iran will give up yet, but that it will definitely yield in the end.
Relations with North Korea and Kim Jong-un
Answering a question on why the US did not oppose North Korea having nuclear weapons, Trump said that another president was in office at that time. Emphasizing that they are good friends with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, Trump expressed that they like each other.
Oil Transits in the Strait of Hormuz
Touching upon the oil flow in the Strait of Hormuz, the US president noted that in recent days they have ensured more oil transit through the strait than achieved at any period in history.