US and Iran trade warnings as talks on reopening Strait of Hormuz continue
US President Donald Trump expressed optimism for a swift deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran conditioned any reopening on the lifting of US sanctions.
US President Donald Trump stated that negotiations mediated by Oman could lead to reopening the Strait of Hormuz "very soon," suggesting a deal could emerge shortly. However, Trump warned that Iran faces severe military strikes if the waterway remains shut.
Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Ismail Baghaei confirmed a technical agreement with Oman regarding a safe navigation map. Nevertheless, Tehran insisted the strategic waterway "will not be opened" until Washington lifts port blockades and oil sanctions, unfreezes Iranian assets, and halts military operations. Commanders from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps also promised "strategic surprises," maintaining that military forces will not yield to American pressure.
Sources: Diário de Notícias (DN), Expresso, Expresso das Ilhas, Jornal Económico, RTP (Rádio e Televisão de Portugal)
How outlets assessed this
- Aug 27, 2026, 06:00 AM UTC
- Diário de Notícias (DN) Cautious Emphasised US optimism for a swift resolution alongside warnings of severe military retaliation if the strait stays closed.
- RTP (Rádio e Televisão de Portugal) Skeptical Highlighted Tehran's firm stance that the waterway will remain closed until Washington complies with all Iranian demands.
Sources
- Diário de Notícias (DN) — Trump reafirma que Irão será atingido "com muita força" se Estreito de Ormuz não reabrir "muito em breve"
- Expresso das Ilhas — Estreito de Ormuz vai reabrir "muito em breve" - Trump
- Jornal Económico — Teerão diz ter acordado com Omã rota segura de navegação por Ormuz
- Expresso — Irão promete ter “surpresas estratégicas” para os EUA, no dia em que termina o prazo para um acordo de paz
- RTP (Rádio e Televisão de Portugal) — Estreito de Ormuz "não será aberto" até que Washington cumpra exigências do Irão
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