The White House has released an image of Donald Trump holding cards with the phrase "I hold all the cards," an action that has been interpreted as a show of force against Iran at the height of tensions over its nuclear program and the situation in the Strait of Hormuz.
In parallel, Trump announced on the Truth Social platform that the US Navy would escort ships to the region, as part of a mission he called "Project Freedom," which he presented as a humanitarian initiative. He also added that he had had "very positive conversations" with Tehran, without providing further details.
In his latest statements, the US president has stressed that Iran's nuclear facilities have been severely damaged by US attacks, warning that any attempt to rebuild them will be met with a strong military response.
"We have all the cards, they have none," Trump declared, stressing that he is negotiating from a position of strength in efforts to end the conflict.
The development comes at a time of high tensions between Washington and Tehran, while the situation in the region remains volatile and vulnerable to further escalation.
— The White House (@WhiteHouse) May 3, 2026