Iran Rejects Trump’s Hormuz Blockade Claims as War Stalls Global Shipping
Iran's military on August 13, 2026, rejected claims by U.S. President Donald Trump that American naval forces hold total control over the Strait of Hormuz. Speaking on Iranian state television, Khatam-al Anbiya central military command spokesperson Ebrahim Zolfaghari termed U.S. statements regarding normal maritime traffic through the waterway as lies and fabrications. Zolfaghari emphasized that no commercial vessel or oil tanker can safely navigate the maritime corridor without direct permission and supervision from Iranian armed forces. The Iranian rejection follows statements published by President Trump on Truth Social asserting that the United States has achieved total control over the strategic passage using a naval blockade described as a wall of steel. The standoff over the Strait of Hormuz—a vital maritime bottleneck carrying roughly one-fifth of global oil consumption—continues to stall global shipping and disrupt international energy markets amid ongoing military conflict in the region.
Prepared by Lauren Mitchell and reviewed by editorial team.
Left: Focuses on escalation risks, diplomatic breakdowns, and economic fallout. Center: Reports contrasting military claims from U.S. and Iranian officials. Right: Emphasizes U.S. military power projection and naval blockade strength.
Iranian military video statement broadcast on state television August 13, 2026. https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/iran-us-war-west-asia-live-updates-donald-trump-august-13-2026/article71339299.ece
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