Trump calls on countries to 'go get your own oil' from Strait of Hormuz | Yonhap News Agency

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President Donald Trump on Tuesday called on countries that cannot receive oil imports through the Strait of Hormuz, to either buy oil from the United States or "go to the strait and just take it," as he voiced displeasure over their reluctance to aid the United States in the war with Iran. Trump made the remarks in a social media post, as The Wall Street Journal reported that Trump told his aides that he is willing to end the U.S. military operation against Iran even if the strait, a key oil shipping route, remains largely choked off. "All of those countries that can't get jet fuel because of the Strait of Hormuz, like the United Kingdom, which refused to get involved in the decapitation of Iran, I have a suggestion for you: Number 1, buy from the U.S., we have plenty, and Number 2, build up some delayed courage, go to the Strait, and just TAKE IT," Trump wrote on Truth Social. "You'll have to start learning how to fight for yourself, the U.S.A. won't be there to help you anymore, just like you weren't there for us. During a press briefing at the Pentagon, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth underlined the need for countries to contribute to securing the waterway, which is responsible for about a fifth of the world's oil supply. "There are countries around the world who ought to be prepared to step up on this critical waterway as well," the Pentagon chief said. "It's not just the United States Navy." Trump earlier made an appeal for countries that rely on the strait for energy imports, to provide naval assistance to help reopen the channel, but they have not acceded to the request. Earlier this month, Trump decried NATO members for their apparent rejection of his call to help secure the Strait of Hormuz, calling them "cowards" while saying that without the U.S., the transatlantic alliance is a "paper tiger." sshluck@yna.co.kr (END) Keywords #Trump Articles with issue keywords Most Liked (2nd LD) Han Kang's 'We Do Not Part' wins NBCC Award for haunting portrayal of trauma Paik Kun-woo, at 80, says 'Music chose me' (Movie Review) 'Salmokji: Whispering Water': mood runs deeper than plot (News Focus) Han Kang's NBCC win again spotlights art of translation Trump says Iran has given U.S. 'very significant prize' related to oil, gas Most Saved (2nd LD) Han Kang's 'We Do Not Part' wins NBCC Award for haunting portrayal of trauma (News Focus) Han Kang's NBCC win again spotlights art of translation Paik Kun-woo, at 80, says 'Music chose me' (Movie Review) 'Salmokji: Whispering Water': mood runs deeper than plot Liberal ex-prime minister to declare mayoral bid in conservative stronghold Most Viewed All Categories (LEAD) Lee urges bold measures to cope with concerns about energy situation, including emergency economic decree if needed (News Focus) With 'Arirang,' BTS proves endurance beyond long break Gov't proposes 26.2 tln-won extra budget to cushion impact of Middle East tensions LG Chem secures 27,000 tons of Russian naphtha Korean Air to enter emergency management mode over soaring fuel costs Most Viewed More Most Viewed Photos N.

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By Song Sang-ho
WASHINGTON, March 31 (Yonhap) -- U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday called on countries that cannot receive oil imports through the Strait of Hormuz, to either buy oil from the United States or "go to the strait and just take it," as he voiced displeasure over their reluctance to aid the United States in the war with Iran.
Trump made the remarks in a social media post, as The Wall Street Journal reported that Trump told his aides that he is willing to end the U.S. military operation against Iran even if the strait, a key oil shipping route, remains largely choked off.
"All of those countries that can't get jet fuel because of the Strait of Hormuz, like the United Kingdom, which refused to get involved in the decapitation of Iran, I have a suggestion for you: Number 1, buy from the U.S., we have plenty, and Number 2, build up some delayed courage, go to the Strait, and just TAKE IT," Trump wrote on Truth Social.
"You'll have to start learning how to fight for yourself, the U.S.A. won't be there to help you anymore, just like you weren't there for us. Iran has been, essentially, decimated. The hard part is done. Go get your own oil!" he added.
This photo, released by AFP, shows U.S. President Donald Trump speaking during a swearing-in ceremony for new Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington on March 24, 2026. (Yonhap)
Iran's continued missile and drone attacks have left the strait largely closed, leading to an increase in oil prices and fueling concerns of higher inflation.
During a press briefing at the Pentagon, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth underlined the need for countries to contribute to securing the waterway, which is responsible for about a fifth of the world's oil supply.
"There are countries around the world who ought to be prepared to step up on this critical waterway as well," the Pentagon chief said. "It's not just the United States Navy."
Trump earlier made an appeal for countries that rely on the strait for energy imports, to provide naval assistance to help reopen the channel, but they have not acceded to the request.
In a separate Truth Social post, Trump criticized France, saying that it would not let planes, loaded up with military supplies, fly over French territory.
"France has been VERY UNHELPFUL with respect to the 'Butcher of Iran,' who has been successfully eliminated! The U.S.A. will REMEMBER!!!" he wrote.
His comment apparently reflected his view that North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) allies have not been willing to support the U.S. when it is in need of its support.
Earlier this month, Trump decried NATO members for their apparent rejection of his call to help secure the Strait of Hormuz, calling them "cowards" while saying that without the U.S., the transatlantic alliance is a "paper tiger."
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## Expert Analysis

### Merits
- Earlier this month, Trump decried NATO members for their apparent rejection of his call to help secure the Strait of Hormuz, calling them "cowards" while saying that without the U.S., the transatlantic alliance is a "paper tiger." sshluck@yna.co.kr (END) Keywords #Trump Articles with issue keywords Most Liked (2nd LD) Han Kang's 'We Do Not Part' wins NBCC Award for haunting portrayal of trauma Paik Kun-woo, at 80, says 'Music chose me' (Movie Review) 'Salmokji: Whispering Water': mood runs deeper than plot (News Focus) Han Kang's NBCC win again spotlights art of translation Trump says Iran has given U.S. 'very significant prize' related to oil, gas Most Saved (2nd LD) Han Kang's 'We Do Not Part' wins NBCC Award for haunting portrayal of trauma (News Focus) Han Kang's NBCC win again spotlights art of translation Paik Kun-woo, at 80, says 'Music chose me' (Movie Review) 'Salmokji: Whispering Water': mood runs deeper than plot Liberal ex-prime minister to declare mayoral bid in conservative stronghold Most Viewed All Categories (LEAD) Lee urges bold measures to cope with concerns about energy situation, including emergency economic decree if needed (News Focus) With 'Arirang,' BTS proves endurance beyond long break Gov't proposes 26.2 tln-won extra budget to cushion impact of Middle East tensions LG Chem secures 27,000 tons of Russian naphtha Korean Air to enter emergency management mode over soaring fuel costs Most Viewed More Most Viewed Photos N.

### Areas for Consideration
- Earlier this month, Trump decried NATO members for their apparent rejection of his call to help secure the Strait of Hormuz, calling them "cowards" while saying that without the U.S., the transatlantic alliance is a "paper tiger." sshluck@yna.co.kr (END) Keywords #Trump Articles with issue keywords Most Liked (2nd LD) Han Kang's 'We Do Not Part' wins NBCC Award for haunting portrayal of trauma Paik Kun-woo, at 80, says 'Music chose me' (Movie Review) 'Salmokji: Whispering Water': mood runs deeper than plot (News Focus) Han Kang's NBCC win again spotlights art of translation Trump says Iran has given U.S. 'very significant prize' related to oil, gas Most Saved (2nd LD) Han Kang's 'We Do Not Part' wins NBCC Award for haunting portrayal of trauma (News Focus) Han Kang's NBCC win again spotlights art of translation Paik Kun-woo, at 80, says 'Music chose me' (Movie Review) 'Salmokji: Whispering Water': mood runs deeper than plot Liberal ex-prime minister to declare mayoral bid in conservative stronghold Most Viewed All Categories (LEAD) Lee urges bold measures to cope with concerns about energy situation, including emergency economic decree if needed (News Focus) With 'Arirang,' BTS proves endurance beyond long break Gov't proposes 26.2 tln-won extra budget to cushion impact of Middle East tensions LG Chem secures 27,000 tons of Russian naphtha Korean Air to enter emergency management mode over soaring fuel costs Most Viewed More Most Viewed Photos N.

### Implications
- The U.S.A. will REMEMBER!!!" he wrote.
- Earlier this month, Trump decried NATO members for their apparent rejection of his call to help secure the Strait of Hormuz, calling them "cowards" while saying that without the U.S., the transatlantic alliance is a "paper tiger." sshluck@yna.co.kr (END) Keywords #Trump Articles with issue keywords Most Liked (2nd LD) Han Kang's 'We Do Not Part' wins NBCC Award for haunting portrayal of trauma Paik Kun-woo, at 80, says 'Music chose me' (Movie Review) 'Salmokji: Whispering Water': mood runs deeper than plot (News Focus) Han Kang's NBCC win again spotlights art of translation Trump says Iran has given U.S. 'very significant prize' related to oil, gas Most Saved (2nd LD) Han Kang's 'We Do Not Part' wins NBCC Award for haunting portrayal of trauma (News Focus) Han Kang's NBCC win again spotlights art of translation Paik Kun-woo, at 80, says 'Music chose me' (Movie Review) 'Salmokji: Whispering Water': mood runs deeper than plot Liberal ex-prime minister to declare mayoral bid in conservative stronghold Most Viewed All Categories (LEAD) Lee urges bold measures to cope with concerns about energy situation, including emergency economic decree if needed (News Focus) With 'Arirang,' BTS proves endurance beyond long break Gov't proposes 26.2 tln-won extra budget to cushion impact of Middle East tensions LG Chem secures 27,000 tons of Russian naphtha Korean Air to enter emergency management mode over soaring fuel costs Most Viewed More Most Viewed Photos N.

### Expert Commentary
This article covers trump, strait, oil topics. Notable strengths include discussion of trump. Areas of concern are also raised. Readability: Flesch-Kincaid grade 0.0. Word count: 752.