Iran is collapsing financially, says Trump

US President once again stated on social media that the Persian country is losing money by blocking the Strait of Hormuz

The President of the United States, (Republican Party), used his profile on Truth Social in the early hours of this Wednesday (April 22, 2026) so that the “Iran is collapsing financially”.

In the publication, Trump stated the following: “They [o Irã] They want the Strait of Hormuz to be opened immediately – they are desperate for money! They lose US$500 million a day. Military and police officers complain that they are not receiving their salaries”.

On Tuesday night (April 21), Trump already announced on his social network that the Persian country was blocking the Strait of Hormuz. Around 20% of the oil consumed in the world circulates through the region.

According to him, the US must close the passage to force negotiations. Trump stated that without this strategy, “there will never be a deal with Iran”.

In the same publication, the Republican stated that, in the absence of negotiation, the US would only reach an agreement if “blow up the rest of the country, including its leaders.”

Publication by Donald Trump where he says that Iran does not want the Strait of Hormuz closed so they can earn 500 million dollars a day

PROLONGED Ceasefire

The contract between the USA and Iran would expire this Wednesday (April 22). Trump, still on Tuesday (April 21), who would not extend the truce. Hours later, however, . He said he will extend the ceasefire with Iran until negotiations to end the conflict are concluded. The Republican, however, stated that until then he will maintain the blockade in the Strait of Hormuz.

“I have determined that our Armed Forces continue the blockade and in all other respects remain ready and capable”said the Republican.


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