Iran warned the US Navy to stay out of the Strait of Hormuz after President Donald Trump said Washington would help stranded ships with military support. Tehran threatened a “harsh” response. A tanker was reportedly hit, and thousands of seafarers remain stranded. Nuclear talks are stalled, with Iran seeking an end to blockades before negotiations can resume.

2026-05-04

Iran warned the US Navy to stay out of the Strait of Hormuz after President Donald Trump said Washington would help stranded ships with military support. Tehran threatened a “harsh” response. A tanker was reportedly hit, and thousands of seafarers remain stranded. Nuclear talks are stalled, with Iran seeking an end to blockades before negotiations can resume.