US President: Iran Let 10 Oil Tankers Through As Peace Gesture

According to Ireporter Online, US President Donald Trump has revealed that Iran allowed ten oil tankers to transit the Strait of Hormuz as a demonstration of its commitment to ongoing peace negotiations. The president disclosed the development on Thursday, putting an end to days of speculation over the “present” he had alluded to earlier in the week.

Trump explained that Iranian officials offered the passage of the vessels to show sincerity in diplomatic discussions, describing the gesture as both valuable and significant for advancing efforts to resolve the ongoing conflict. He noted that the initial offer of eight oil tankers was later supplemented by two additional vessels, which Iran presented as an apology for unspecified remarks. All ten vessels reportedly sailed under Pakistani flags.

“They said, ‘To show you the fact that we’re real and solid and we’re there, we’re going to let you have eight boats of oil, eight boats, eight big boats of oil,’” Trump told reporters. The president emphasized that the gesture demonstrated the credibility of Iranian negotiators and reinforced confidence among American officials involved in the discussions.

While Trump confirmed that extensive talks had taken place between US and Iranian officials, he declined to identify the participants. The successful passage of the tankers serves as tangible evidence of progress in diplomatic efforts. When questioned about whether Iran should charge tolls for ships crossing the strategic waterway, Trump acknowledged that the practice occurs but suggested it should not be permitted.

The Strait of Hormuz remains a vital chokepoint for global oil transportation, highlighting the strategic importance of Iran’s control over the passage and the significance of the recent diplomatic gesture.