The United Nations has declared that the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz ordered by Donald Trump is illegal under international law, citing the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea

In a dramatic escalation that has the world on edge, the United Nations has officially declared President Donald Trump’s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz illegal under international law. Citing the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), the UN Security Council and Secretary-General’s office released a strongly worded statement condemning the move as a “serious violation of freedom of navigation” and a threat to global energy security.
The blockade, ordered by Trump as part of Operation Epic Fury, was designed to choke off Iran’s oil exports and prevent weapons shipments to its terror proxies. U.S. Navy carrier strike groups, backed by Saudi, Emirati, and Bahraini forces, have effectively sealed the narrow waterway through which nearly 20% of the world’s oil passes daily. Trump described the action as “necessary to stop Iran’s reign of terror once and for all.”
The UN’s swift condemnation has ignited fury across Washington and among Trump’s allies.
President Trump fired back immediately on Truth Social, writing:
“The United Nations is a useless club of globalists and losers. They have zero power over America. The Strait of Hormuz is now CLOSED to Iranian oil and weapons until the regime SURRENDERS. No more games. MAKE AMERICA STRONG AGAIN!”
Multiple GOP lawmakers, including Rep. Jim Jordan and Sen. Tom Cotton, slammed the UN as “out of touch” and “anti-American,” with several calling for the U.S. to completely defund or even withdraw from the organization. Israel has thrown its full support behind Trump’s decision, calling the blockade “a legitimate act of self-defense against a genocidal regime.”
The economic ripple effects are already being felt. Oil prices surged over 12% in early trading, with analysts warning of potential global energy shocks if the blockade remains in place for an extended period.
Despite the UN’s declaration, military sources confirm the blockade remains fully enforced. U.S., Israeli, and Gulf coalition forces continue to intercept vessels suspected of carrying Iranian oil or weapons, with several tankers already turned back or boarded.
This latest clash between Trump and the United Nations highlights the growing divide between American sovereignty and international institutions. While global bodies cry “illegal,” Trump’s supporters see it as classic strength — putting America and its allies first in the fight against Iranian aggression.
The world is now watching to see whether the UN will attempt further action or if Trump will double down even harder. One thing is clear: the mullahs are feeling the pressure like never before, and Trump is showing zero signs of backing down.
This story is developing rapidly. Stay tuned.
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