Trump to Lift U.S. Naval Blockade, Demands Iran Commit to No Nuclear Weapon

President Donald Trump said the United States will lift its naval blockade as part of terms requiring Iran to permanently abandon any pursuit of nuclear weapons and immediately reopen the Strait of Hormuz to unrestricted international shipping. Under the proposed arrangement, the blockade would be eased to allow commercial vessels to depart while Iran completes the removal of remaining maritime mines in the Gulf. Trump added that no financial transfers will be authorized until further notice, as he heads to the Situation Room for a final decision.