Trump discusses potential U.S. control of Strait of Hormuz amid Iran negotiations

President Donald Trump stated on June 21, 2026, that the United States may take control of the Strait of Hormuz if negotiations with Iran in Switzerland do not succeed. He mentioned that the U.S. would collect tolls and 20% of the oil that passes through the strait. Vice President JD Vance is meeting with Iranian officials to discuss a permanent ceasefire agreement, which is central to the future of the strait. Trump previously indicated that there would be no tolls during the 60-day ceasefire. He reiterated that if no agreement is reached, the U.S. might take over the strait, describing the U.S. as the 'guardian angel' of the waterway. Trump also threatened military action against Iran if it attempts to close the strait again. Senator Lindsey Graham expressed a similar view, predicting that the U.S. would take control of the strait by force if negotiations fail, and mentioned that the Abraham Accords could extend to Saudi Arabia by the end of the year.