Trump vows to ‘bomb the s*** out’ of Oman if it ‘gets in the way’ as Iran ‘finalises Strait of Hormuz deal’

Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook 2 comments 2 DONALD Trump has threatened to “bomb the s***” out of Oman if it gets in the way of his efforts to strike a peace deal with Iran. The warning comes as Iran and Oman are finalising an agreement for commercial shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz . 4 Trump has threatened to “bomb the s***” out of Oman Credit: AFP 4 The US has had concerns over Iran and Oman holding talks over control of the Strait of Hormuz Credit: AFP Advertisement Both Washington and Tehran have been vying for control over the embattled waterway. The president told Fox News: “If Oman gets in the way, we’ll bomb the s*** out of them.” Sign up for The Sun newsletter Thank you! Email address Please provide a valid email. Your info will be used in accordance with our Privacy Policy You'll now receive top stories, breaking news, and more, straight to your email. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said that the regime had reached an agreement with Oman for commercial shipping in the strait. He announced on Saturday: “Despite US obstruction, the talks have made positive progress over the past three weeks, and an agreement has been reached on the shipping route map.” Read more on Iran DON THREAT Iran army chief threatens to 'break Trump's legs' after Strait of Hormuz vow SCARE FORCE ONE ‘I have threats you don’t know about’, Trump says as he confirms jet switch 4 A sculpture overlooking the Strait of Hormuz is seen in the port city of Bandar Abbas, Iran Credit: AFP 4 Trump has unleashed a series of brutal strikes on the regime since February 28 Credit: AFP Trump meanwhile declared that he would make the trade route US territory once the war is over. In a speech on Friday, he said: “After we finish defeating Iran , which is being very badly defeated — pretty soon, I’ll be declaring the Hormuz Strait a territory of the United States. Advertisement “Essentially, that’s what it is. We have a blockade. No ships get through unless we want them to.” Prior to the outbreak of the Middle Eastern conflict, the strait was a crucial trade route – with roughly a fifth of the world’s oil passing through it. Most read in The Sun THIRST TRAPS New hosepipe ban comes into force for another 1.4MILLION people tomorrow VOLCANO TRAGEDY Tourist dies after being struck by lightning while hiking Mount Etna HIGH RISK UK seaside town’s fireworks event to go ahead TONIGHT despite nationwide alert 'UTTERLY WICKED' TikToker who tried to murder tot by drugging her with adult pills jailed But Iran has fired on ships that try to cross without permission. But a tug-of-war for control that has since followed has caused global fuel prices to skyrocket. Trump said he is not in a rush to bring the war with Iran to a close, while confirming he had a backchannel to communicate with the leadership of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Advertisement He said of the IRGC: “They’re good poker players, but they’re dying. I have no time schedule. I’m not in a hurry.” Trump has maintained throughout the war that his number one ambition is to strip the regime of its nuclear capabilities. He wrote on Truth Social: “Iran should have signed the “deal” I told them to sign. “Simply stated, IRAN CAN NOT HAVE A NUCLEAR WEAPON. I said it over and over again!” It comes as one of Iran’s top military chiefs has threatened to break Trump’s legs after he laid territorial claim to the strait. Advertisement Responding to Trump’s remarks , Major General Amir Hatami said joking about such a move was a “major mistake” because Iran had defenders who would “break your legs”. More to follow… For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online Thesun.co.uk is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/thesun and follow us on TikTok @TheSun . 2 comments 2