Donald Trump says "a ship in the Strait of Hormuz" would prompt U.S. airstrikes on Iranian targets

On July 22, President Donald Trump posted on his Truth Social account that any future Iranian assault on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz—whether using missiles, rockets, drones, or other weapons—would immediately prompt U.S. airstrikes against specific Iranian infrastructure, including bridges or power plants located in or near Tehran. The warning did not distinguish between American and foreign ships, applying to any vessel in the critical waterway. The Strait of Hormuz is a vital passage for global oil and gas shipments, meaning heightened tensions could disrupt energy markets and supply chains, particularly for countries like India that rely heavily on Gulf crude. The statement represents one of Trump’s most direct threats linking Iranian maritime attacks to strikes on civilian targets.