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Published 11:49 25 Mar 2026 GMT
Donald Trump reveals 'very significant' gift that Iran sent to the USA
President Donald Trump has heavily hinted that the “very big present” he was given by Iran could ease the trade flow through the Strait of Hormuz.
The (still officially undisclosed) “gift” Trump received from Iran could signal a shift in control over the Strait of Hormuz.
According to Trump the “tremendous” and “very significant” prize from Iran is connected to oil and gas linked to the major trading channel.
In a TikTok posted by Nine.com.au Trump said: “They did something yesterday that was amazing.
“They gave us a present, and the present arrived today. And it was a very big present worth a tremendous amount of money.
“I'm not going to tell you what that present is, but it was a very significant prize."
The announcement of the gift came amid conversations about US-Iran negotiations, despite Tehran’s denial that formal talks are underway.
However Trump suggested that the present proved he was “dealing with the right people” in Tehran.
“The gift they made to us was very significant, and they said they were going to do it, and it happened.
“They're the only ones that could have done it,” he said.
A crucial corridor for global trade
The Strait of Hormuz is a strategic waterway crucial to global trade. It connects the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman and other markets across the world.
Around 20% of the world’s oil passes through this trade corridor. Since US-Israeli airstrikes began in February traffic has slowed significantly, sending oil and gas prices across the globe sky-rocketing.
So, Trump’s announcement of a gift from Iranian officials “related to the flow and to the strait” suggests that the US would retain its authority over American trade flow in the region.
Are tensions easing with Iran?
The news of the gift from Iran comes just days after the Pentagon postponed planned strikes on Iranian infrastructure while indicating that the US is involved in ongoing negotiations with Tehran.
The International Maritime Organization has just announced that “non-hostile vessels” can transit the Strait of Hormuz “in co-ordination with Iranian authorities”.
Trump's announcement of the “gift” he received from Iran suggests he has been offered a deal separate to the IMO’s declaration suggesting it could be a not-so-subtle peace gesture.
By revealing that the gift is oil and gas related Trump is also proving his commitment to helping American consumers while managing diplomatic uncertainty.