Miami: President Donald Trump on Saturday described the US blockade on Iranian ports as a 'very friendly' and unchallenged measure, arguing it does not contradict his assertion that hostilities have been 'terminated.'
According to Anadolu Agency, Trump responded to a reporter's question in Florida about the seeming contradiction between declaring an end to hostilities and maintaining a naval blockade. He emphasized the non-confrontational nature of the blockade, stating, "Well, it is very friendly blockade. Nobody is even challenging it. Nobody at all is challenging it."
Trump further warned that Washington could resume military action if Iran engages in misconduct. He remarked on the possibility of new strikes, stating, "If they misbehave, if they do something bad - but right now, we'll see. It's a possibility that could happen, certainly."
In a separate post on his Truth Social platform, Trump mentioned his intention to review a proposed Iranian plan aimed at ending the conflict, though he expressed skepticism about its viability. He questioned the acceptability of the plan, asserting that Iran has not faced sufficient consequences for its actions over the past 47 years.
Trump also addressed the historical precedent of presidents engaging in significant actions without congressional approval, labeling such moves as "unconstitutional." He criticized both Democrats and some Republicans in Congress for weakening what he views as strong negotiating leverage, stating, "No other president's done it. And I'm not going to be the first."
The US president informed Congress on Friday that hostilities with Iran had ended, citing a ceasefire that has held since early April. "On April 7, 2026, I ordered a 2-week ceasefire. The ceasefire has since been extended. There has been no exchange of fire between United States Forces and Iran since April 7, 2026. The hostilities that began on February 28, 2026, have terminated," Trump wrote in letters to House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senator Chuck Grassley.
Friday marked 60 days since Trump formally notified Congress of military action against Iran, in accordance with the 1973 War Powers Act, which requires the president to seek congressional authorization to continue hostilities beyond 60 days.