Trump escalates Hormuz rhetoric as Iran rejects US claims of control

Tensions between the United States and Iran over the Strait of Hormuz intensified after American President Donald Trump said Washington would seek full control of the strategic waterway following Iran’s “defeat”, prompting Tehran to reject his remarks and insist that the future of the strait could not be determined thr

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