The US military on Wednesday evening denied Iranian claims that Tehran controls the Strait of Hormuz, asserting that the shipping lane remains open. The statement comes amid a months-long dispute over control of the strategic waterway.
The US military on Wednesday evening denied Iranian claims that Tehran controls the Strait of Hormuz, asserting that the shipping lane is open. The statement reaffirms the US position in a months-long dispute over the strategic waterway. The Zioneer has previously reported on the US military's stance: on July 10, the US military dismissed similar Iranian claims, reporting that over 800 commercial vessels had transited; on July 15, CENTCOM stated Iran does not control the strait; and on June 20, CENTCOM said maritime traffic continues as normal. This latest denial directly counters Iranian assertions that they have closed the strait. No specific Iranian statement was cited in the US military's denial.
- DevelopingUS military dismisses Iranian claims of control over Strait of Hormuz, reports 800 vessels transited
- DevelopingU.S. Central Command: Iran does not control Strait of Hormuz
- StrongUS official says shipping continues transiting Strait of Hormuz
- StrongIranian outlets claim Strait of Hormuz remains closed, contradicting US denials
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