Trump appears to threaten to 'blow up' ally Oman

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US President Donald Trump threatened military action against Oman if it sides with Iran in controlling the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing the waterway is international and must remain open to all. This statement heightens tensions in the region and has implications for US foreign policy and Gulf security.

President Donald Trump on Wednesday appeared to threaten to attack US ally Oman if it sides with Iran over reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Trump said Oman must "behave" or he would "blow them up," when he was asked if he would accept a short-term deal to allow Iran and the Gulf state to control the waterway. "No, the strait is going to be open to everybody," Trump told reporters during a cabinet meeting at the White House. "It's international waters and Oman will behave just like everybody else or we'll have to blow them up. They understand that, they'll be fine."