US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that laying mines by Iran in the Strait of Hormuz would be a grave mistake and cause direct effects for many years.
In remarks to reporters at the White House, Trump added that if Iran takes this step, it will be prevented from gaining money for many years.
He explained that laying mines will heavily affect Iran, noting that there is no clear evidence that Iran is taking this ation, but this matter is likely.
Earlier in the day, Trump pointed to the effectiveness of US blockade in straining Iran’s economy and disrupting its maritime trade through restrictions on its ports, reaffirming that he would not lift the blockade without a comprehensive agreement. – Kuna
