Iran rejects Trump’s ‘total control’ claim, vows Strait of Hormuz stays blocked

The Strait of Hormuz remains blocked, and Iran says it will stay that way until its conditions are accepted—directly contradicting U.S. President Donald Trump’s claim of “total control” over the vital waterway. The strait, a narrow passage between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, is a critical route for about 20% of the world’s oil shipments. Iran’s statement signals a continued standoff with the United States over shipping access in the region. Tehran has not specified what conditions it demands, but the announcement escalates tensions after weeks of military buildup and warnings from both sides. Trump has repeatedly asserted that U.S. forces dominate the area, but Iran’s latest position suggests the dispute is far from resolved. The blockage, if sustained, could disrupt global energy supplies and raise oil prices. No immediate response from Washington was reported.