Trump Accuses US Navy of Acting Like Pirates in Iranian Port Blockade
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Former President Donald Trump criticized the United States Navy for what he described as “pirate‑like” conduct in its naval blockade of Iranian ports, saying the actions were aimed at restricting Iran’s maritime trade.
Trump made the remarks during a press briefing, stating that the Navy’s operations were “like pirates” and that they were intended to block Iranian ports. He specifically targeted the Navy’s presence in the Gulf of Oman, where U.S. forces have been patrolling since the 2019 incident involving the seizure of the oil tanker "Abu Dhabi".
The comments come amid ongoing tensions between the United States and Iran over maritime security in the Persian Gulf. No further details were provided about the specific vessels or missions involved in the blockade.
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