"We own it": Trump reiterates "total control" over Strait of Hormuz

Aug 12, 2026

: US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (local time) reiterated his claims of full control over the Strait of Hormuz while also warning Tehran...

Trump says he wasn't 'happy' when South Korea declined to help US with Hormuz

Aug 20, 2026

US President Donald Trump criticised South Korea for refusing to aid security efforts in the Strait of Hormuz, despite relying heavily on its oil....

Trump claims Iran agreed to "highest level" nuclear inspections, says "no further" Hormuz blockade

Jun 23, 2026

US President Donald Trump claimed Iran agreed to long-term nuclear inspections, leading Washington to ease Strait of Hormuz restrictions. However, Tehran strongly denied the...

Trump claims Strait of Hormuz is "open," slams Iran for backing off from deal

Jul 12, 2026

In an interview on NBC's Meet the Press, the President signalled a complete collapse of recent diplomatic efforts with Iran, revealing that a tentative...

Mediators seek to revive US-Iran deal, open Hormuz for 60 days without fees: Israeli media

Aug 02, 2026

Mediators are trying to revive a recent US-Iran deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz for 60 days. The push follows Donald Trump halting...

Trump says US has "draconian sanctions" ready for Iran; claims Hormuz naval blockade "100% successful"

Aug 19, 2026

While addressing technology leaders, Trump, when asked about possible sanctions on Iran, said, "We have things that we could sanction. We have very draconian...