Trump reiterates U.S. has 'total' control of Strait of Hormuz
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On Wednesday, U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the United States holds "total control" over the strategic Strait of Hormuz and intends to maintain it. Writing on his Truth Social platform, Trump declared that the U.S. is in control of the vital waterway and asserted, "I THINK WE WILL KEEP IT!"
According to reports, Trump's remarks included a description of the U.S. naval presence in the area as a "wall of steel." The Strait of Hormuz is a critical global shipping route for oil, and these comments highlight Washington's assertive posture regarding regional maritime security and control.
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Middle East Eye (GB)Directly quotes Trump's platform statement emphasizing continued U.S. control.
Daily Sabah (Istanbul, Turkey) (TR)Highlights the naval blockade framing it as a "wall of steel."
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