US President Donald Trump has issued a strong warning to Iran over its influence in the Middle East, particularly its support for armed groups in Lebanon. In a Truth Social post on Sunday, June 21, 2026, Trump called on Iran to immediately stop backing what he termed its “highly paid PROXIES” in Lebanon, widely understood to refer to Hezbollah, the powerful Iran-supported group operating in the country. He warned that failure to control these groups could lead to further US military action against Iran.
Trump Threatens Renewed Strikes
“If they don’t, we’ll hit Iran very hard again,” Trump said in the post, signaling a potential escalation of US military operations. This warning comes amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to ease tensions between Washington and Tehran, though the president has made it clear that Iran must change its behavior regarding proxy groups.
Strait of Hormuz Tensions
In a separate warning, as reported by Fox News, Trump also cautioned Iran against attempting to close the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil route through which a large portion of the world’s energy supply passes. He reportedly told Iranian officials that such a move would have severe consequences. “You close it, and you won’t have a country,” he was quoted as saying. “You won’t even make it back to your f***ing country.”
Trump further escalated concerns by suggesting possible US action around the waterway itself. “We may take over the Strait, if we have to,” he said, while also warning, “I’ll blow the s*** out of them.” These statements underscore the high stakes involved in the strategic waterway, which is vital for global energy shipments.
Uncertainty Over US-Iran Deal
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Trump said the reported US-Iran memorandum of understanding is not a final peace deal and could still be reviewed or rejected. Trump warned that military strikes could resume if Iran fails to meet expected conditions. According to him, the agreement depends on compliance and final approval from his administration.
Details of Draft Agreement
Legit.ng previously reported that a draft US-Iran agreement emerged after days of secrecy. It outlined measures on uranium dilution, sanctions relief, and access to the Strait of Hormuz. The proposal reportedly allows partial US sanctions easing while maintaining oversight on Iran’s nuclear activities and guaranteeing temporary toll-free maritime passage for 60 days. Officials said the memorandum remains subject to withdrawal by either side as further negotiations continue, with final terms expected to be reviewed at the G7 summit.
14 Key Terms of the Agreement
Additionally, Legit.ng reported that the United States and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding to extend their ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with reports indicating the deal has already taken effect. The agreement includes nuclear compliance commitments, sanctions relief linked to performance, and plans for a $300 billion reconstruction fund aimed at supporting Iran’s economic recovery and regional stability. It also outlines the end of military operations, phased removal of restrictions, frozen asset releases, and a 60-day negotiation window for a permanent agreement between both countries.
