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Trump Claims US Control of Strait of Hormuz Amidst North Korea Meeting

Aug 19, 2026 03:46 PM CT Strait of Hormuz strait of hormuz, us military presence, trump statement, regional security

Summary

US President Donald Trump asserted that the United States maintains 'complete control' over the Strait of Hormuz. While the primary context involves North Korea, the claim regarding the Strait is relevant to the Iran-Israel theater as it pertains to US naval dominance in a critical chokepoint frequently targeted by Iranian proxies and the IRGC.

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Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, Trump also claimed that the United States currently has "complete control" of the Strait of Hormuz.

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T3 Jerusalem Post
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United States NEUTRAL

Claimed complete control of the Strait of Hormuz.

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