Trump declares US Navy controls Strait of Hormuz

President Trump has declared the Strait of Hormuz is sealed tight under US Navy control until Iran makes a deal.

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Strait of Hormuz

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Thursday, 23 April 2026 at 13:18 UTC

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President Donald Trump has declared that the United States Navy has total control over the Strait of Hormuz, stating that no ship can enter or leave without US approval. He described the strategic waterway as "sealed up tight" until Iran is able to make a deal with the United States. The statement reinforces the US position in an ongoing naval blockade and pressure campaign against Tehran. Iran has previously responded that it will not negotiate under such conditions.

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5d agoMiddle East Spectator — MES

Trump elaborated on the blockade, stating the Strait is 'sealed up tight' until Iran makes a deal, and further mocked Iran's internal political divisions.

5d ago@sentdefender

Trump added commentary on internal Iranian politics, describing a struggle between 'hardliners' and 'moderates' for control of the country.

5d ago@KobeissiLetter

Trump reiterates control over Hormuz, adds that it is sealed until Iran makes a deal; Iran refuses to negotiate until blockade ends.

5d ago@visegrad24

Trump's latest statement reiterates the US Navy's control and explicitly links the blockade's duration to Iran making a deal.

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e/eineurope · topic · T-05290cycle Thursday, 23 April 2026 at 13:18 UTC · first reported 5d ago