Trump Declares Total U.S. Control Over Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump declared Wednesday that the United States has "total control" over the Strait of Hormuz and intends to "keep it," as shipping traffic through the vital waterway remains severely disrupted amid stalled negotiations with Iran . In a Truth Social post, Trump described the U.S. naval blockade as a "'WALL OF STEEL'" and asserted Iran lacks the military and economic capacity to challenge American forces, citing 300% inflation and unpaid soldiers . Trump's declaration follows his Monday claim that the U.S. Navy has mine-swept the "entire" strait, which he said is open for all except Iran . However, shipping data shows traffic has plummeted to just eight vessels on Tuesday, down from a pre-war average of 130 to 140 ships . Iran has linked the strait's full reopening to U.S. concessions, including lifting the naval blockade, ending sanctions, and paying war reparations . ---
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· Left: Trump's aggressive rhetoric risks provoking Iran and destabilizing global energy markets. · Center: Trump claims U.S. control over the Strait of Hormuz amid stalled negotiations with Iran . · Right: Trump asserts American military dominance and economic pressure to weaken Iran's position.
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