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Trump claims full control of Hormuz; WSJ reports Iran's influence persists in reality
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Trump claims full control of Hormuz; WSJ reports Iran's influence persists in reality

From Dong-A Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • U.S. President Donald Trump reiterated his claim that the U.S. completely controls the Strait of Hormuz.
  • The Wall Street Journal reported that actual maritime traffic data indicates Iran's threats and influence remain significant.
  • Trump asserted that Iran is economically struggling, with only fake news and high inflation remaining.

President Donald Trump has once again asserted complete U.S. control over the Strait of Hormuz, stating on his Truth Social platform that the U.S. "completely owns the Strait of Hormuz and will continue to own it."

The U.S. completely owns the Strait of Hormuz and will continue to own it.

— Donald TrumpPresident Trump's statement on Truth Social asserting U.S. control over the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump characterized the U.S. naval blockade against Iran as an "iron wall," claiming Iran is powerless against it and its navy and air force are "annihilated." He further alleged that Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps is fleeing and its leadership is in disarray.

Adding to his remarks, Trump commented on Iran's economic difficulties, stating, "All they have left is fake news and 300% inflation." He dismissed Iran as no longer being a "Middle Eastern bully."

Iran has nothing they can do about it, and their Navy and Air Force are annihilated.

— Donald TrumpPresident Trump's description of the U.S. naval blockade against Iran.

These statements come amid ongoing negotiations through intermediaries to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. However, analysis from The Wall Street Journal, based on actual maritime traffic data, suggests that Iran's threats and practical influence in the vital waterway remain substantial.

All they have left is fake news and 300% inflation.

— Donald TrumpPresident Trump's assessment of Iran's economic situation.
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Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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