The UK Maritime Authority reports another ship struck by an unidentified projectile in the Strait. Trump states that the US does not need the Strait of Hormuz at all, highlighting America's massive oil reserves—twice that of Saudi Arabia or Russia, soon to be three times more.

He notes that the country is not affected by disruptions there. Officials affirm the US and international community will militarily counter attempts to illegally control the international waterway if needed.

A record 143 nations, per UN records, agree this violates international law, with even China opposing tolls or fees.

Iran is attempting to assert leverage by controlling the Strait, threatening safe passage for ships not following its designated framework.