Iran Rejects Trump’s Claim of ‘Complete Control’ Over Hormuz Strait

POLICY WIRE — Tehran, Iran — Iran has firmly rejected US President Donald Trump’s claim that the United States has ‘complete control’ over the Strait of Hormuz, a critical maritime passage. Tehran announced it will maintain the closure of the strait, escalating the ongoing tensions between the two nations.

In a statement released by the Iranian Foreign Ministry, officials underscored that the Strait of Hormuz remains under Iranian jurisdiction and will not be subject to external control. “The Strait of Hormuz is an international waterway and under the sovereignty of Iran. Any claims of control by external entities are null and void,” said Foreign Ministry spokesperson Abbas Mousavi.

Trump’s comments came during a press conference where he asserted that the US Navy has “complete control” over the strait, a claim swiftly met with rebuttal from Iranian authorities. The Strait of Hormuz serves as a vital conduit for global oil shipments, and its closure has significant implications for international trade and energy markets.

In a separate incident, reports have surfaced indicating that President Trump altered his travel plans following the NATO summit last month due to a potential assassination threat. According to unnamed sources, Trump was forced to change his flight and reportedly took shelter in a catering truck to evade the threat. The White House has not confirmed these details.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)