He asserted that while the Strait of Hormuz would remain open, access would be restricted to countries that comply with what he termed the ‘new rules’ set by the Islamic Republic of Iran.
He also suggested that the period of what he called Iran’s ‘hospitality’ towards global shipping was over, marking a shift in Tehran’s approach to one of the world’s most critical energy corridors.
Trump finally achieved the dream of “regime change”, but in the maritime regime of the region!
The Strait of Hormuz will definitely open; But not for you! For those who follow the new laws of the Islamic Republic of Iran.
The 47-year hospitality period is over.— Ebrahim Azizi (@Ebrahimazizi33) April 1, 2026
“The Strait of Hormuz will certainly be opened; but not for you! For those who follow the new rules of the Islamic Republic of Iran. The 47-year era of hospitality is over,” Azizi added.
The remarks come at a time of heightened geopolitical tensions, with Iran asserting control over the Strait, a vital passage through which a significant share of global oil supply is transported.
Meanwhile, Trump is expected to address the world on war as he vows to end the Iran war in days. The address is set for 9 pm ET on Wednesday, which corresponds to 6:30 am IST on Thursday.
In a post on X, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said, “TUNE IN: Tomorrow night at 9PM ET, President Trump will give an Address to the Nation to provide an important update on Iran.”
Addressing the reporters earlier, the President said that the US will leave Iran “soon”, even if they don’t have a deal.
“No, they don’t have to make a deal with me. When we feel that they are for a long period of time put into the Stone Ages and they won’t be able to come up with a nuclear weapon, then we’ll leave, whether we have a deal or not is irrelevant,” he was quoted as saying by ANI.
He also mentioned that the leadership “we’re dealing with now, the new regime, because we have a new regime, and the new regime is much better than the past. Yeah.”
