U.S. President Donald Trump has warned Iran not to place mines in the Strait of Hormuz, saying that if Tehran does so, it will face an unprecedented situation. Speaking on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump stated that there is no evidence Iran has mined the key shipping route but urged that any such mines be immediately removed. He added that removing already placed mines would be seen as a major step in the right direction.

The warning came after Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a phone conversation discussing the Iran conflict and prospects for peace in Ukraine. Following their call, Trump told reporters in Florida that U.S. and Israeli strikes against Iran were nearing completion and progressing faster than planned. Separately, Putin also spoke with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, urging Iran to reduce tensions and seek a political resolution to the ongoing war.

The exchanges highlight growing diplomatic efforts to prevent further escalation in the Gulf region while maintaining pressure on Iran to avoid actions that could disrupt global shipping routes.