JUST IN: President Trump says “with a little more time, we can easily open the Hormuz Strait, take the oil, and make a fortune.”
Washington, D.C. – April 3, 2026 | Reflecto News
U.S. President Donald Trump posted a provocative statement on Truth Social suggesting that with additional time, the United States could reopen the Strait of Hormuz, secure oil supplies, and generate significant economic gains.
“With a little more time, we can easily OPEN THE HORMUZ STRAIT, TAKE THE OIL, & MAKE A FORTUNE. IT WOULD BE A ‘GUSHER’ FOR THE WORLD???” Trump wrote.
The comment, which uses the term “gusher” — oil industry slang for a high-yield, freely flowing well — comes as the US-Israeli military campaign against Iran enters its sixth week and international concern grows over prolonged disruptions to one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints.
Trump’s Remarks in Context
Trump’s post does not specify military, diplomatic, or other means to achieve this outcome, but it aligns with his administration’s repeated emphasis that full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz remains a core objective. The president has previously linked continued pressure on Iran to achieving strategic goals, including neutralizing its naval capabilities and restoring unrestricted shipping.
This latest statement follows:
- U.S. claims of near-total degradation of Iran’s conventional navy.
- Sustained strikes on Iranian infrastructure.
- Iranian ballistic missile responses targeting central Israel.
- Selective Iranian assurances of safe passage (e.g., to the Philippines) while maintaining influence over the waterway.
Trump has consistently urged Iran to accept the U.S.-brokered 15-point peace proposal, which explicitly demands unrestricted reopening of the Strait of Hormuz alongside nuclear dismantlement, missile limits, and cessation of support for regional proxies.
Economic Stakes of the Strait of Hormuz
The narrow waterway between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman handles roughly 20% of global oil and a substantial share of liquefied natural gas (LNG) in normal conditions. Disruptions have already driven up energy prices worldwide:
- Japan’s spot power prices hit a three-year high this week.
- Asian LNG and gasoline costs have surged.
- Countries like Bangladesh have sought U.S. sanctions waivers to import Russian diesel amid shortages.
Trump’s framing of reopening the strait as an opportunity to “make a fortune” reflects his long-standing view that secure and abundant energy supplies benefit the global economy while advancing U.S. interests.
International and Regional Reactions
- Iran: Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and other officials have dismissed strikes on infrastructure as signs of “moral collapse” and vowed resilience, claiming millions of volunteers are ready to defend the country.
- Diplomatic Efforts: A UK-led initiative involving dozens of nations, including India, is exploring ways to restore safe navigation. Russia and Saudi Arabia recently called for an immediate ceasefire.
- Allies and Markets: Gulf states and major Asian importers are watching closely, as prolonged closure risks inflation, supply chain disruptions, and economic slowdown.
Critics may interpret Trump’s language as overly transactional or escalatory, while supporters see it as characteristic straight talk aimed at ending the crisis quickly and restoring energy stability.
What Happens Next?
With Trump indicating that “a little more time” could deliver decisive results, speculation grows over whether intensified operations or accelerated diplomacy will prevail. The coming days will test whether the 15-point proposal gains traction or if the conflict continues to drive volatility in global energy markets.
Reflecto News will monitor reactions from Tehran, Jerusalem, Riyadh, and major energy capitals, along with any market movements or clarifications from the White House.
By Reflecto News Desk
Sources: Truth Social post by President Donald Trump, Reuters, Anadolu Agency, Times of Israel, Euronews, and international wire services.