Washington, April 18 (NationPress) President Donald Trump announced that Iran has consented to reopen a vital global shipping lane, while also cautioning that US military pressure will persist until a comprehensive agreement is reached.

Speaking at a Turning Point USA event in Arizona, Trump declared that the Strait of Hormuz is now "completely open and ready for business and full passage," indicating a possible reduction in tensions within one of the world's most crucial energy corridors.

He simultaneously stressed the importance of maintaining a robust US military presence. "The naval blockade… will stay in full force concerning Iran until our agreement with Iran is 100 percent finalized and duly signed," he remarked.

Trump expressed optimism about the current negotiations, stating, "This process is progressing well… most of the issues have already been negotiated and settled," emphasizing that the eventual outcome would guarantee that "Iran… will never possess a nuclear weapon."

During his speech, Trump also referred to his intentions to reclaim what he termed "nuclear dust," which pertains to remnants from prior US strikes in Iran. "We’re going to retrieve it… we’re bringing it back home to the USA," he mentioned, hinting at collaborative operations involving extraction.

Trump connected these developments to broader regional diplomacy, asserting that recent US initiatives have helped to stabilize tensions beyond Iran. He noted an "unprecedented ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon," pointing out that this situation had not occurred "in 78 years."

He expressed gratitude to several nations for their roles in regional diplomacy. "I want to extend my thanks to Pakistan… and its esteemed field marshal… Additionally, I appreciate Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the UAE, Bahrain, and Kuwait… they have all contributed significantly," he stated.

Trump sharply criticized US allies in Europe, advocating for a reduced dependence on traditional partnerships. "They were entirely ineffective when we needed their support," he said, referencing NATO, while emphasizing that "we must depend on ourselves."

He declared that the US has established "the most formidable military the world has ever witnessed" and reiterated a focus on self-sufficiency in future endeavors.

Portraying himself as a global dealmaker, he claimed responsibility for concluding several conflicts. "I have ended eight wars," he stated, adding that further agreements could increase that tally. "If we include Iran and Lebanon, that would make ten wars concluded," he remarked.