Iran claims control over Hormuz following Trump statements

An Iranian official declared that the country maintains control over the Strait of Hormuz. This statement follows comments from U.S. President Donald Trump, who claimed that the U.S. has total control over the strategic waterway.

On Wednesday, Trump stated that the United States holds control over Hormuz and plans to maintain that control. The U.S. President made this assertion during an address emphasizing the importance of security in the region.

In response, the Iranian source cited by Reuters denied Trump’s position, reaffirming that the strait is managed by Iran. This contention has heightened tensions between the two nations, which continue to see no progress toward a potential peace agreement.

Meanwhile, the situation in Ukraine remains dire, with reports of attacks on infrastructure in various parts of the country. The connection between events in Iran and Ukraine was not detailed in the sources, but both reflect the current geopolitical instability.

U.S.-Iran relations remain strained, and leaders from both countries have been unable to find common ground in their discussions on security and influence in the region.