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Trump Reviews Iran Strike Options Amid Strait Blockade

5/2/2026

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Officials say Iran is excavating missiles and drones during April 8 ceasefire as the United States blocks the Strait of Hormuz.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said on April 16 that the United States cannot replace Iran’s launchers and has destroyed its missiles and navy, meeting President Donald Trump’s war objectives.
U.S. President Donald Trump will meet his team and Admiral Brad Cooper to review options, including strikes, before his mid-May China trip.

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Officials say Iran is excavating missiles and drones during April 8 ceasefire as the United States blocks the Strait of Hormuz.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said on April 16 that the United States cannot replace Iran’s launchers and has destroyed its missiles and navy, meeting President Donald Trump’s war objectives.
U.S. President Donald Trump will meet his team and Admiral Brad Cooper to review options, including strikes, before his mid-May China trip.