Donald J.Trump claims record 19 million barrels flowed through Strait of Hormuz

The president tied the oil surge to falling crude prices and a safer world after a memorandum of understanding with Tehran lifted the U.S. naval blockade.

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WHITE HOUSE — Donald J.Trump declared a record 19 million barrels of oil passed through the Strait of Hormuz on June 22, 2026, in a Truth Social post on June 23, 2026 at 11:55 AM EST.

Here is the full post (see truthsocial): “19 Millions Barrels of Oil flowed out of the Hormuz Strait yesterday, an all time RECORD. Oil prices are tumbling down, and the World is a much safer place!!! Donald J.Trump”

The announcement followed a broader nuclear agreement between the United States and Iran that ended a U.S. naval blockade of the strategic waterway. Under the deal, Iran agreed to long-term inspections of its nuclear facilities, and the United States lifted its blockade to allow commercial shipping to resume (see Yahoo.com). American naval vessels remain stationed in the region should reinstatement of the blockade become necessary.

The Strait of Hormuz serves as the most critical chokepoint for global oil shipments, connecting Persian Gulf producers to international markets. The 19 million barrel figure, if confirmed, would represent an unprecedented single-day volume through the passage (see Phemex.com).

Oil prices fell on the news. Brent crude futures dropped 20 cents, or 0.3 percent, to $77.70 per barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate crude declined 12 cents, or 0.2 percent, to $73.74 per barrel (see Google). Prices had already fallen more than 3 percent the previous session after the United States granted Iran a 60-day sanctions exemption following initial negotiations.

Analysts at ING Bank wrote in a note that “the gradual increase in oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz continues to impact the market” (see Google). The agreement also includes sanctions relief tied to a humanitarian crisis in Iran, with released funds placed in a U.S.-controlled escrow account designated for food and medical supplies purchased from American producers.

In the last 30 days, 86 of 643 Trump posts on Truth Social addressed the topic of foreign policy, reflecting sustained attention to international affairs during a period of active diplomacy with Tehran.