Trump vows tougher economic pressure on Iran with new Strait sanctions

Trump said the United States will intensify economic pressure on Iran, including new sanctions targeting payments linked to Strait of Hormuz transit.

Donald Trump said Washington will intensify economic pressure on Iran, including new sanctions targeting payments linked to transit through the Strait of Hormuz, according to reports.

Al Jazeera reported that the United States plans to impose sanctions on entities and individuals paying so-called “transit fees” to Iran for passage through the vital shipping route, a move aimed at tightening financial constraints.

Trump insisted that his strategy of economic pressure is working, arguing that restrictions linked to maritime access are costing Iran millions of dollars and increasing leverage over Tehran.

The U.S. Department of the Treasury confirmed that sanctions would target networks involved in such payments, signaling an expansion of measures designed to curb Iran’s revenue streams tied to regional trade routes.

The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most critical energy corridors, with a significant share of global oil shipments passing through it. Any disruption or restriction in this area has immediate implications for global markets.

In recent years, tensions around the waterway have escalated due to disputes between Iran and the United States, including military deployments and threats to shipping security, raising concerns among international stakeholders.

Trump expressed confidence that sustained economic pressure will push Iran toward negotiations on terms favorable to Washington, suggesting that financial strain could alter Tehran’s strategic calculations.

However, Masoud Pezeshkian has criticized U.S. actions, describing the naval pressure and restrictions in the Strait of Hormuz as “unjust,” reflecting continued resistance from Tehran.

Analysts say the expanded sanctions could further strain Iran’s economy but also risk escalating tensions in an already volatile region, where economic and security dynamics remain closely intertwined.

The post Trump vows tougher economic pressure on Iran with new Strait sanctions appeared first on Khaama Press.