Trump says Iran will be 'blown off the face of the earth' if it targets US vessels

Asserts that US has the best equipment, stuff all over the world, and can use all of it if needed

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Web Desk May 04, 2026 Less than a minute read

US President Donald Trump holds a press conference at the White House in Washington, DC. SCREENGRAB

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In an interview with FOX News on Monday, US President Donald Trump issued a stern warning to Iran, stating that the country would be "blown off the face of the Earth" if US vessels were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump highlighted the United States' military capabilities, asserting that the US was better equipped than ever before. “We have more weapons and ammunition at a much higher grade than we had before,” he said, emphasising the superiority of American military resources.

“We have the best equipment. We have stuff all over the world. We have these bases all over the world. They’re all stocked up with equipment. We can use all of that stuff, and we will, if we need it,” Trump added.