In an exclusive interview, Trump stated that the United States can play the role of "guardian angel" of the Strait of Hormuz and take a 20% share of oil-related revenues.

He also claimed: "If necessary, we will control this strait" and "take severe action against them," issuing tough statements: "If both sides cannot reach a consensus, we will impose transit fees." As one of the world's most important oil transport routes, the Strait of Hormuz carries nearly one-third of global seaborne oil trade. The smooth passage of this waterway has always had a significant impact on the global energy market landscape. Relevant parties generally believe that such unilateral coercive remarks are likely to further intensify tensions in the Middle East and bring additional uncertainty to the stability of the global energy supply chain.