U.S. President Donald Trump says the United States now has "complete control" over the Strait of Hormuz, following recent American strikes on Iranian military sites linked to the strategic waterway.
Speaking after the latest military operation, Trump claimed U.S. forces had significantly weakened Iran's ability to threaten commercial shipping, saying key missile positions, naval assets, and coastal defense systems had been targeted.
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world's most important maritime chokepoints, with a substantial share of global oil exports passing through the narrow passage each day.
The latest escalation comes amid heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran following a series of military exchanges and attacks involving commercial vessels in the Gulf.
Trump said the United States would continue protecting international shipping routes and maintaining freedom of navigation through the strait, while warning Iran against any further attempts to disrupt maritime traffic.
The renewed confrontation has kept global markets on edge, with energy prices reacting to concerns over potential disruptions to oil supplies.
Despite the escalating military exchanges, U.S. officials say diplomatic channels remain open, while governments across the region continue urging restraint to prevent a broader conflict.
As tensions persist, international attention remains focused on the Strait of Hormuz, a waterway whose stability is considered critical to global trade and energy security.
