Trump says Iran shattered ceasefire with Hormuz drone strike on cargo ship
WASHINGTON, DC: President Donald J Trump has accused Iran of violating the recently negotiated US-Iran ceasefire, claiming the Islamic Republic launched four one-way attack drones at commercial vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz, with one aircraft striking a large cargo ship.
Writing on Truth Social on Friday, June 26, Trump said one drone hit the upper deck of "a large and very expensive cargo carrying ship," causing damage while allowing the vessel to continue its voyage.
He further claimed that US forces intercepted and destroyed the three remaining drones before they reached their intended targets.
If confirmed, the incident would mark one of the most serious tests yet of the fragile maritime agreement reached following months of regional fighting.
The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world's most important shipping lanes, carrying a substantial share of global oil exports.
Trump alleges ceasefire violation
"The Islamic Republic of Iran shot at least four One Way Attack Drones at Ships transversing the Strait of Hormuz," Trump wrote, calling the incident "a foolish violation of our Ceasefire Agreement."
The president asserted that one drone successfully struck a commercial cargo vessel while American forces neutralized the remaining aircraft. He did not identify the vessel, provide evidence supporting the allegation, or specify whether any crew members were injured.
Iranian officials had not publicly responded to Trump's claims at the time of publication, and independent confirmation of the reported attack was not immediately available.
Shipping security concerns return
Trump's allegation threatens to complicate ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at stabilizing regional tensions and preserving freedom of navigation through the strategic waterway.
The ceasefire framework was designed to reduce military confrontation while allowing commercial shipping to resume under enhanced security arrangements.
Any verified attack on civilian maritime traffic could increase pressure on negotiators seeking to preserve the agreement.
The administration has repeatedly warned that attacks on international shipping would be viewed as a serious breach of the understanding reached with Tehran.
Whether Friday's reported incident alters the course of future negotiations may depend on the findings of subsequent military and diplomatic assessments.
