ترمب يعلن عدم استعجاله في اتخاذ قرار بشأن فتح مضيق هرمز — Wednesday 20 May 2026US President Donald Trump has stated he is in no rush to decide on opening the Strait of Hormuz, aligning himself with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on the need to maintain pressure against Iran. Speaking to reporters, Trump pointed to growing domestic unrest inside Iran driven by worsening living conditions and described Tehran as having suffered a decisive setback in recent confrontations. His remarks come amid ongoing regional tensions that directly affect energy routes vital to Gulf states and beyond. The Strait of Hormuz remains a critical chokepoint for oil shipments from Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and the United Arab Emirates, carrying roughly one-fifth of global petroleum supplies. Any move to alter its status could quickly raise shipping costs and heighten security concerns for coastal communities in Oman and the United Arab Emirates, while also influencing maritime traffic observed from ports in Lebanon and Egypt. Trump’s measured tone suggests Washington is weighing these economic ripple effects carefully before committing to further escalation. Regional analysts in Beirut note that prolonged uncertainty over the waterway benefits neither producers nor consumers in the Middle East. With Iran facing internal discontent and sanctions already biting into daily life, the comments underscore how external decisions continue to shape the economic fortunes of ordinary citizens across the Levant and the Gulf. Observers expect further diplomatic maneuvering in the coming weeks as neighboring capitals monitor developments closely.Watch the full video from Al Jazeera English below.