Trump says US has total control of Hormuz
Trump’s comments on the tarmac after a trip to Ohio indicated the US has total control over the Hormuz strait.
The remarks come amidst ongoing shipping attacks and rising oil prices.
The situation is uncertain, with Iran’s top security official stating the strait will remain closed until Washington meets its conditions.
The comments may be seen as an attempt to talk down oil prices, but their practical impact is likely to be limited.