Washington:President Donald Trump announced that the United States no longer requires an agreement with Iran, asserting the country's leverage over Tehran through control of the Strait of Hormuz.

According to Anadolu Agency – English, Trump conveyed on his Truth Social platform that the United States has moved beyond the necessity of an agreement with Iran, emphasizing that significant leverage is held through secured Iranian financial assets and control over the strategic waterway. He stated, "We've got their money, Hundreds of Billions of Dollars, and we've got their Strait."

The Strait of Hormuz is a critical passage for global energy shipments and a point of contention between Iran and the US, influencing international oil markets and regional security. Trump further instructed Vice President JD Vance to focus on addressing what he termed "Massive Corruption and Crime" in Democratic-led states and cities, specifically mentioning Minnesota, California, and Illinois. He alleged that billions are being stolen monthly, suggesting that addressing this could balance the national budget.

In a follow-up statement, Trump reiterated his claims of corruption in Democratic-led states, urging those who wish to combat corruption to start with "Blue States," which he described as having the most corrupt governmental structures globally. He claimed that "Big time money is being stolen each and every hour of the day," yet he did not provide evidence to substantiate these allegations.