Trump says 30 ships pass through Strait of Hormuz nightly

WASHINGTON, United States — WASHINGTON — U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday that 30 ships pass through the Strait of Hormuz every night. He also stated that China has adopted a neutral stance on the strait. Citing three U.S. officials, a media report said Trump and senior aides were weighing limited military operations in the strait aimed at preventing Iran from rebuilding its radio and missile capabilities. The plan was prepared last week by U.S. Central Command with the support of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, according to the report. Trump had not yet approved it before the latest flare-up with Iran over the weekend but could give the green light following the renewed escalation. Tensions have risen in recent hours after a U.S. strike on Iran's Lark Island and subsequent military exchanges between the two sides. Trump announced that a strong attack would be carried out against Iran, saying Washington would respond to attacks on U.S. forces and that sanctions on Iran were being tightened. No further details on the timing or scope of any planned military action were immediately available.