The decree states that the action aligns with the national interests of the United States. The document presents this rationale as a justification for the measure.

U.S. Central Command officials stated that a naval blockade resumed in July is currently enforced by Navy assets to restrict Iranian maritime trade, with the exception of humanitarian aid. The U.S. also reported the freezing of $350 million in Iranian cryptocurrency and the facilitation of transit for 400 vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, while asserting that these measures have led to financial strains within Iran’s government and military sectors, including reports of unpaid salaries, though independent verification of these internal economic conditions is limited.

The US President stated that he does not know if Vladimir Putin would attend the upcoming meeting. This comment suggests that Putin's participation remains unconfirmed.

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy stated that a recent Russian drone attack posed a threat to NATO, while asserting that Moscow's strategic ambitions extend beyond eastern Ukraine. These statements have not been independently verified.