President Trump warns Iran Navy ships will be immediately eliminated if near US blockade
President Donald Trump made multiple posts on Truth Social in the last hour: - "Europe is desperate for Energy, and yet the United Kingdom refuses to open North Sea Oil, one of the greatest fields in the World. Norway sells its North Sea Oil to the U. K., which is better situated on the North Sea for purposes of energy than Norway, should, DRILL, BABY, DRILL!!! It is absolutely crazy that they don't... AND, NO MORE WINDMILLS!" - "Scott Bedke has been a tremendous Lieutenant Governor of Idaho, a place I love and WON BIG in 2016, 2020, and 2024! A very successful Businessman, Cattle Rancher, and Highly Respected Speaker of the Idaho House, prior to becoming a very distinguished Lieutenant Governor, working with the wonderful Governor, Brad Little, and outstanding Senator, Jim Risch, Scott has dedicated his life to serving his Community. Scott is fighting tirelessly to Grow our Economy, Cut Taxes and Regulations, Promote MADE IN THE U. A., Unleash American Energy DOMINANCE, Keep our Border SECURE, Stop Migrant Crime, Champion our Amazing Farmers and Ranchers, Strengthen our Military/Veterans, and Protect our always under siege Second Amendment. Scott Bedke has my Complete and Total Endorsement for Re-Election, HE WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN!" - "Stavros Anthony has been a fantastic Lieutenant Governor for the Great People of Nevada! A Highly Respected Police Officer, Civic Leader, and Las Vegas City Council Member, and now, as a distinguished Lieutenant Governor, working with outstanding Governor Joe Lombardo, Stavros has proven he has the Courage and Wisdom to deliver strong results for the incredible people of his wonderful State and Nation. He is working hard to Grow the Economy, Cut Taxes and Regulations, Promote NO TAX ON TIPS, Advance MADE IN THE U. A., Unleash American Energy DOMINANCE, Champion School Choice, Keep our Border SECURE, Stop Migrant Crime, Ensure LAW AND ORDER, and Protect our always under siege Second Amendment. Stavros Anthony has my Complete and Total Endorsement for Re-Election, HE WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN!" - "For those people that still read The Failing New York Times and, despite the fact that Iran has been totally OBLITERATED, Militarily, and otherwise, you would think that Iran is actually winning or, at the very least, doing quite well, But that's not true, and The New York Times knows that it's FAKE NEWS! When does this Corrupt Media Outlet apologize for their LIES and horrible actions against me, my supporters, and our Country itself! HAVE THEY NO SHAME? HAVE THEY NO SENSE OF DECENCY?" - "Our powerful case against The Wall Street Journal, and other defendants, was asked to be re-filed by the Judge. It is not a termination, it is a suggested re-filing, and we will be, as per the Order, re-filing an updated lawsuit on or before April 27th." - "Iran's Navy is laying at the bottom of the sea, completely obliterated - 158 ships. What we have not hit are their small number of, what they call, "fast attack ships, " because we did not consider them much of a threat. Warning: If any of these ships come anywhere close to our BLOCKADE, they will be immediately ELIMINATED, using the same system of kill that we use against the drug dealers on boats at Sea. Thank you for your attention to this matter." Explanation: President Trump asserts that nearly all of Iran's Navy ships have been destroyed and issues a clear warning that any remaining 'fast attack ships' approaching the US blockade will be swiftly and decisively destroyed, signaling a strong US military posture in controlling naval access and reinforcing sanctions enforcement in the region. Probability assessment: There is a high probability that this public statement reflects ongoing or imminent US naval enforcement actions and a posture of zero tolerance toward Iranian attempts to challenge the blockade. The explicit threat to eliminate Iranian vessels indicates a credible risk of military engagement if Iranian naval forces approach US-controlled maritime zones. Change from previous statements: This post represents an escalation of tone compared to prior Trump statements on Iran. The detailed claim of obliteration of Iranian naval forces and the blunt warning to 'fast attack ships' signals a move from general criticism or sanctions rhetoric to a more direct military threat.
