Trump Proposes Joint Project with Iran to Ensure Security of the Strait of Hormuz

President Donald Trump of the United States has expressed the idea that the U.S. could assume responsibility for the security of the Strait of Hormuz through a collaborative project with Iran. This information was reported by ABC News political correspondent Jonathan Karl on Wednesday, April 8.

In response to questions regarding Tehran's charges for passage through the strait, Trump stated, "We are thinking of doing this as a joint venture." He further added that this could be a way to secure the strait itself and protect it from various other threats.

CNN noted that it remains uncertain whether Iran will agree to the proposed plan, as negotiations between the parties may continue during a two-week ceasefire that was previously announced.

It is important to highlight that earlier this week, Trump asserted that it should not be Iran but rather the U.S. that imposes tariffs on ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz. This statement underscores a shift in approaches to managing security in this strategically vital region.

According to information provided by the Times of Israel, U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth confirmed that the Strait of Hormuz is already open, and American military forces will remain in the Middle East to ensure compliance with the ceasefire agreement with Iran.

However, an Iranian official involved in negotiations with the U.S. indicated that Iran may open the Strait of Hormuz in a limited and controlled manner in the coming days, ahead of a planned meeting between American and Iranian representatives in Pakistan. This suggests that the strait is not yet operating at full capacity.

On the night of April 8, Trump announced that he had agreed to suspend bombings of Iran for two weeks on the condition that the Strait of Hormuz is immediately opened. This decision marks a significant step towards de-escalating tensions between the two nations.

Nevertheless, on April 7, Trump had threatened Tehran with new powerful strikes, warning that the U.S. could target power stations, bridges, and other infrastructure if Tehran did not open the Strait of Hormuz. These statements reflect a high level of tension in the relations between Washington and Tehran.

In response to threats from the U.S., Iran stated that if further strikes were made against its infrastructure, "gates of hell" would open for the U.S. and Israel, and promised to fully open the Strait of Hormuz only after the U.S. compensates for the financial damages caused by its actions.

Currently, negotiations between American and Iranian delegations are scheduled for the upcoming Friday, April 10, in Pakistan. It is known that the U.S. negotiating team will likely be led by Vice President J.D. Vance. These negotiations could prove crucial for the further developments in the region and the stability of the Strait of Hormuz.