Trump news at a glance: a tale of two blockades as US and Iran spin their control over strait of Hormuz
Summary
President Donald Trump said the US has full control over the Strait of Hormuz, despite recent actions by Iran capturing two ships and laying mines in the waterway. Both countries are blocking the strait, which is important for global oil shipping, and it may take months to clear the area of dangerous mines.Key Facts
- President Trump claimed the US controls the Strait of Hormuz.
- Iran seized two container ships using commandos.
- The US special forces boarded a stateless oil tanker carrying Iranian oil.
- Both the US and Iran are imposing blockades on the strait.
- Sea mines in the strait complicate safe passage for ships.
- The Pentagon warned that clearing the mines could take up to six months.
- Global oil prices are around $100 per barrel due to these tensions.
- The US can stop ships leaving Iranian ports but has not shown it can keep the strait open for allies’ ships.
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