Trump shifts US Middle East strategy on oil security.

Trump shifts US Middle East strategy on oil security. The president stated the United States does not need the Strait of Hormuz, calling on oil-dependent nations to independently protect this critical energy chokepoint. While reducing America's perceived role in securing the passage, Trump reassured regional allies including Saudi Arabia, Israel, and the UAE that Washington will not allow them to be harmed. The remarks signal a significant policy realignment as the US continues military operations against Iran. Trump claimed Iran's military has been severely weakened, with its navy destroyed and air force crippled. He framed the conflict as necessary to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons and long-range missiles. This strategic repositioning could reshape global energy security dynamics and shift responsibility for regional stability to local powers.