Trump claims US controls Strait of Hormuz despite Iranian blockade

U.S. President Donald Trump declared on Monday that the United States maintains complete control over the Strait of Hormuz, asserting that the U.S. Navy is the sole entity managing the vital waterway. This statement comes amid ongoing tensions and Iran's actions to block the maritime route.

During a press conference at the White House, Trump stated, "It's open now. Look, the only one that controls the Strait of Hormuz right now is the United States Navy." He acknowledged that the Islamic Republic "occasionally" places naval mines in the strait but insisted that U.S. Armed Forces have thoroughly cleared the passage.

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It's open now. Look, the only one that controls the Strait of Hormuz right now is the United States Navy.

This assertion follows Iran's presentation of a list of demands to Oman, which it hopes will lead to the reopening of maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. Key demands include the lifting of naval blockades against Iran, the termination of sanctions, the release of blocked Iranian assets, and compensation for damages incurred from the war initiated by the United States and Israel on February 28.

In response to Iran's demands, Trump used his platform on Truth Social to state that he will require compensation from Iran for past "abuses" and will also demand reparations for the families of protesters subjected to state repression.

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In occasions the Islamic Republic places some naval mines in the strait, but the U.S. Armed Forces have completely demined the passage.