Steve Forbes, the prominent businessman and former presidential candidate, has advised the Trump administration to intensify efforts against Iran's government whilst ensuring American interests remain protected in the critical Strait of Hormuz waterway. Speaking at a Las Vegas event, Forbes emphasised that maintaining free passage through this strategically vital shipping lane should remain a cornerstone of US foreign policy with no room for compromise.

Fobes's remarks come as the United States has conducted nine consecutive nights of military strikes targeting Iranian positions, reflecting an escalating confrontation in the Middle East. His call for doubled-down pressure and retention of all available policy levers signals a continuation of hardline approaches toward the Tehran regime, framing the control of key regional infrastructure as essential to American interests.