Trump Accuses Iran of Ceasefire Breach After Strait of Hormuz Attack

President Donald Trump accused Iran of violating its ceasefire agreement with the United States after a commercial cargo ship was struck while passing through the Strait of Hormuz. The Trump Iran ceasefire breach allegation has renewed concerns about maritime security in one of the world’s most strategically important waterways.

Cargo ship struck despite ceasefire

A Singapore-flagged cargo vessel, the Ever Lovely, was hit by what British maritime authorities described as an unidentified projectile while sailing through the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday.

According to the vessel’s owner, Evergreen, the impact caused limited damage to the ship’s upper deck. However, all crew members remained safe, and the vessel successfully continued its journey.

The ship had been following the recommended transit route issued by the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) when it was struck.

Trump blames Iran for violating the truce

In a post on Truth Social, Trump said Iran launched four drones toward commercial ships navigating the strait.

He claimed U.S. forces intercepted three of them, while one drone struck the cargo vessel.

“Obviously, this is a foolish violation of our Ceasefire Agreement,” Trump wrote.

The White House has not released additional evidence supporting the accusation, while Iranian officials have not directly responded to Trump’s statement.

Iranian state media instead reported comments from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), which warned that vessels using evacuation routes designated by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) should coordinate with Iranian authorities.

Maritime evacuations paused

Following the attack, the International Maritime Organization suspended its ongoing operation to help commercial vessels safely exit the Strait of Hormuz.

The evacuation program had already allowed approximately 115 vessels carrying around 2,500 seafarers to transit safely before being halted.

IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez said discussions are underway with the United States, Iran, Oman and other stakeholders to obtain guarantees that commercial ships will not be targeted.

Once those assurances are received, the organization plans to resume the evacuation process.

Strait of Hormuz remains a global flashpoint

The Trump Iran ceasefire breach dispute comes only weeks after Washington and Tehran agreed to a ceasefire following months of military escalation involving both the United States and Israel.

The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world’s busiest energy corridors, with roughly one-fifth of global oil shipments passing through the narrow waterway.

Earlier this year, Iran effectively closed the strait after hostilities intensified, triggering a sharp increase in global oil prices and disrupting shipments of energy and other critical commodities.

Although the ceasefire reopened the passage, tensions have persisted.

Iran has repeatedly insisted it intends to impose what it describes as maritime service fees for commercial vessels using the strait, a proposal strongly opposed by the United States.

International concern grows

The latest incident has heightened fears that the ceasefire remains fragile despite diplomatic efforts.

Any renewed instability in the Strait of Hormuz could affect global energy markets, international shipping routes and regional security.

Diplomatic talks between Washington, Tehran and regional partners are expected to continue as international organizations seek guarantees that commercial navigation through the strategic waterway can proceed safely.