U.S. President Donald Trump has declared that the Strait of Hormuz will remain open and warned that Iran will not be allowed to use the strategic waterway as a weapon. In an interview with Fox News, Trump said his administration would ensure that Iran does not acquire nuclear weapons and that global stability is maintained.

Trump noted that China depends on the Strait of Hormuz for about 40 percent of its oil supply. He accused Tehran of previously closing the strait as a pressure tactic and reiterated that such actions would not be tolerated under his leadership.

According to Trump, Iran had used the strait as a weapon in the past, but he emphasized that Tehran would not be able to do so against him. The remarks highlight ongoing U.S. concerns about Iran’s influence over one of the world’s most critical maritime chokepoints.