Trump said he views the Strait of Hormuz as “American territory” and claimed the US has “total control” over the waterway and surrounding areas.
He said Iran wants a deal but is not ready to accept what he considers the right terms.
Iran has set conditions for reopening the Strait, including lifting the blockade, releasing frozen Iranian assets and easing oil sanctions.
Traffic through the Strait remains well below pre-war levels, despite a recent increase in vessel movements.
Trump said he views the Strait of Hormuz as “American territory” and claimed the US has “total control” over the waterway and surrounding areas.
He said Iran wants a deal but is not ready to accept what he considers the right terms.
Iran has set conditions for reopening the Strait, including lifting the blockade, releasing frozen Iranian assets and easing oil sanctions.
Traffic through the Strait remains well below pre-war levels, despite a recent increase in vessel movements.
