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Trump Declares Iran 'Finished' Amid Strait of Hormuz Tensions

3/21/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump said Iran is "finished" militarily but is blocking the Strait of Hormuz.
He urged international help to keep the Strait open and later claimed the United States does not need allies.
NATO allies showed little enthusiasm to back the United States in the Iran conflict.
European leaders urged diplomacy as oil disruptions push up global prices.

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U.S. President Donald Trump said Iran is "finished" militarily but is blocking the Strait of Hormuz.
He urged international help to keep the Strait open and later claimed the United States does not need allies.
NATO allies showed little enthusiasm to back the United States in the Iran conflict.
European leaders urged diplomacy as oil disruptions push up global prices.