Trump Orders Sinking of Ships in Strait of Hormuz, Confirms Iran Civil War
The U.S. president has ordered the Navy to destroy all mine-laying vessels and is rapidly deploying forces to the Middle East amid escalating tensions and internal Iranian strife obstructing a key agreement.
The American president orders the Navy to fire upon and destroy any vessel laying mines, while the U.S. Air Force begins a massive troop deployment to the Middle East.
In a post on Truth Social, he left no room for doubt. “I have ordered the United States Navy to fire on and destroy every vessel, no matter how small,” he wrote. He added that all hostile warships – a total of 159 – have already been sunk and urged commanders to show no hesitation.
Ceasefire’s over! pic.twitter.com/Fao4L6PtvB
— Breitbart News (@BreitbartNews) April 23, 2026
At the same time, the president ordered the tripling of mine-clearing operations in the Strait of Hormuz. Mine-sweepers are already working, but their activity must be significantly intensified, he said.
Intense Air Activity
The statements are accompanied by visible mobilization in the air. International flight tracking networks record numerous transport aircraft heading towards the Middle East. Flying tankers accompany squadrons of fighters, crossing the Atlantic eastward.
The scene resembles preparations for major past operations. The pace and volume of flights indicate that Washington is rapidly strengthening its forces to secure control over one of the most critical maritime passages worldwide.
These developments create a high-tension scenario. On one side, clear orders for immediate action at sea; on the other, the massive presence of American aircraft in the sky. The situation in the Strait of Hormuz remains highly fluid.
Post on “Civil War” and Elimination of Agreement Opponents
Donald Trump reposted a message openly discussing an internal conflict in Iran and proposing drastic measures against those opposing a deal with the U.S.
The move comes at a time when Tehran is showing hesitation about whether, when, and with whom it will sit at the negotiating table.
According to circulating information, the American side has focused its attention on specific members of the Iranian regime whom it believes are blocking any attempt at a deal.
On Truth Social, Trump reposted a snapshot from a post by commentator Mark Thiessen on X (formerly Twitter). The shared text read: “If there are two sides in Iran, one wanting a deal and one not, let’s kill those who do not want the deal.”
This post comes amid talk of tensions between hardline and more moderate circles within Iran. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) are said to be exerting pressure on negotiators, with rumors circulating of strict surveillance and even a “coup” on their part.
Trump described the situation as a “crazy” internal conflict. At the center of discussions is the IRGC commander Ahmad Vahidi.
His removal is considered by some to be critically important for softening the hardline stance resisting any new agreement on Iran’s nuclear program and regional activities.
Meanwhile, the U.S. maintains full control over the Strait of Hormuz, applying economic and military pressure. According to the same sources, options are being considered that include targeted strikes rather than broad sanctions, aiming to push Iran toward a new deal.
So far, there has been no official reaction from the Iranian side regarding this specific repost, while the internal situation in the country remains fluid.
Developments suggest that Washington is trying to exploit Iran’s internal tensions to advance its objectives in the region.
