According to the New York Times, on May 27 local time, U.S. President Donald Trump warned his Gulf allies, Oman, not to reach any agreement with Iran regarding joint control of the Strait of Hormuz. He said that Oman would face U.S. bombing if it did so. However, shortly after making this threat, Trump stated that he did not believe the United States had to take such action.
In responding to reporters questions regarding the Strait of Hormuz, Trump said, Oman will follow the rules, just like other countries. Otherwise, we will have to destroy them. They understand this, and they will be fine.
According to reports, Iran is discussing with Oman the establishment of a permanent charging mechanism for ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz.
Regarding this, Trump said on May 27 local time that if such an agreement could be reached between the two countries, it would have serious consequences. He claimed that the Hormuz Strait would be open to everyone, No one will control it; we will take care of it.
Reports indicate that the Omani Ministry of Foreign Affairs did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
According to reports by The Guardian earlier that day, Ali Bakhtiar, deputy secretary of Irans Supreme National Security Council, stated that Iran and the United States have not yet reached an agreement regarding issues related to the Strait of Hormuz.
