Trump Losing Patience with Iran as Strait of Hormuz Remains Closed

President Donald Trump posted a direct warning to Iran on Truth Social on Sunday, stating that “the clock is ticking” and urging Tehran to move quickly on negotiations or face severe consequences.

“For Iran, the Clock is Ticking, and they better get moving, FAST, or there won’t be anything left of them. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE! President DJT,” Trump wrote.

The post came one day after Trump met with top members of his national security team on Saturday at his Virginia golf club to discuss the path forward in the Iran war. Attendees included Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, CIA Director John Ratcliffe, and special envoy Steve Witkoff. The meeting occurred shortly after Trump returned from a visit to China.

According to CNN, Trump has grown increasingly impatient with the pace of diplomatic negotiations with Tehran and remains frustrated by the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which continues to disrupt global oil shipping and affect energy prices.

CNN previously reported that in recent days Trump has given more serious consideration to resuming major combat operations against Iran as a means to pressure Tehran into concessions and end the war. The Pentagon has prepared options for targeted strikes, including on energy and infrastructure sites, should the president decide to proceed.

Trump is expected to meet again with his national security team early this week. He also spoke on Sunday with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

On the Iranian side, there were no immediate signs of backing down. Iranian officials met with Pakistan’s interior minister, who has been acting as a mediator, and reiterated complaints about U.S. presence in the region.

The fragile ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran, in place since April 2026, remains under strain amid ongoing disputes over Iran’s nuclear program, sanctions, and full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

This is a developing story.