“The U.S.A. is locked and loaded and ready to go against the Islamic Republic of Iran, at levels of Military Terror, Strength, and Power not seen since World War II. Despite this, we have just been asked by Iran, and other Middle Eastern Countries, to hold off any attack in that the perimeters of a deal has been agreed to. This would include the Immediate, Complete, and Total OPENING OF THE HORMUZ STRAIT…” - President Donald J. Trump

President Trump stated the U.S. military is prepared to act against Iran at levels of strength unseen since World War II, while noting Iran and other Middle Eastern countries have requested a delay pending agreement on terms including the opening of the Hormuz Strait. Iran has proposed negotiations to prevent military action in the region.