Iran rejects Trump claims of US control over Hormuz as 'lies'

Iran's central military commands spokesperson said US president's claim that the United States has control over the Strait of Hormuz is "nothing more than lies and fabrications".

Iran asserts full control over the Strait of Hormuz, challenging US claims of dominance in the strategic waterway.

Iran has kept control of Hormuz, a vital energy conduit, since the outbreak of the war on 28 February, requiring vessels to obtain permission and pay transit fees before using the waterway.

Donald Trump argued the Iranian navy has been destroyed and they cannot enforce the closure of the strait

Iran war latest: Tehran rejects Trump claim of US control over Strait of Hormuz  thenationalnews.com