Iran denies seven false claims regarding Trump's comments about closing the Strait of Hormuz.

The Strait of Hormuz is the chokepoint that carries around a fifth of the world’s oil supply.

Iran’s Parliament Speaker has warned that Tehran will close the Strait of Hormuz if the US continues its naval blockade, shortly after the US President said the blockade will remain in “full force”.

In a post, it was asserted that the passage through the strait will be conducted based on the “designated route” and with “authorisation”. “With the continuation of the blockade, the Strait of Hormuz will not remain open,” it was stated.

1. The American President made seven claims in one hour, all of which are false.
2. They did not win the war with these lies, and they will certainly not get anywhere in negotiations either.
3. With the continuation of the blockade, the Strait of Hormuz will not remain open.

This comes hours after an announcement that Hormuz is “fully open” for all commercial vessels for the remaining period of the ceasefire. “In line with the ceasefire in Lebanon, the passage for all commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz is declared completely open for the remaining period of the ceasefire, on the coordinated route as already announced,” it was said.

Responding to this, it was clarified that the naval blockade of the strait will remain intact until a “transaction” is complete. However, it was claimed that the process will be concluded “very quickly” as the sticking points have already been negotiated.

A warning was also issued that there may be a resumption of military action if a deal is not reached. “Maybe I won’t extend it, but the blockade is going to remain. So you have a blockade, and unfortunately, we have to start dropping bombs again,” it was stated.

A response to this said, “They did not win the war with these lies, and they will certainly not get anywhere in negotiations either. Whether the Strait is open or closed and the regulations governing it will be determined by the field, not by social media.”

It was alleged that seven claims were made in one hour – all of which were “false”. It was not noted what exactly the claims are.

Hormuz a Nuclear Deterrent?

The Strait of Hormuz is the chokepoint that carries around a fifth of the world’s oil supply. Its closure for nearly two months amid conflict affected crude oil prices and supply across many countries. Now that the Strait has been fully reopened, it is unclear when commercial ships will gain confidence to resume operations, as some claim they are waiting for “clearer security guarantees”.

According to reports, experts believe that the Strait of Hormuz now functions “almost like a nuclear deterrent”.

Dispute on Enriched Uranium

It was said that the US and Iran would jointly remove “nuclear dust” – the enriched uranium – from nuclear sites with excavators under any peace deal, before the material is transferred to US territory.

“Somebody said, how are we going to get the nuclear dust? We’re going to get it by going in with Iran, with lots of excavators,” it was stated.

However, a statement said the country’s stockpile of enriched uranium would not be transferred “anywhere” – denying the previous claim. “Iran’s enriched uranium is not going to be transferred anywhere. Transfer of Iran’s enriched uranium to the US has never been raised in negotiations,” it said.

Strait of Hormuz

The Strait of Hormuz is a strategically vital maritime chokepoint connecting the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea. Historically, it has been a key trade route for centuries, but in the modern era, its significance is defined by the transit of about one-fifth of the world’s oil supply. This has made it a

Strait of Hormuz

The Strait of Hormuz is a strategically vital maritime chokepoint connecting the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea. Historically, it has been a key trade route for centuries, but in the modern era, its significance is defined by the transit of about a fifth of the world’s oil supply. This has made it a focal point of geopolitical tensions and international security concerns for decades.

Persian Gulf

The Persian Gulf is a historically significant body of water in Western Asia, serving as a vital trade route for millennia and central to ancient Mesopotamian, Persian, and later Islamic civilizations. Its strategic and economic importance, particularly due to vast oil and gas reserves, has made it a focal point of global trade and geopolitical dynamics throughout the 20th and 21st centuries. The name “Persian Gulf” itself is derived from its historical association with the various Persian empires that have bordered its shores since antiquity.

Gulf of Oman

The Gulf of Oman is a strategic waterway that connects the Arabian Sea to the Strait of Hormuz and the Persian Gulf. Historically, it has been a vital maritime trade route for centuries, linking the Middle East with India and East Africa. Its coastal areas have been influenced by Persian, Omani, and Portuguese empires due to its importance for commerce and naval power.

Arabian Sea

The Arabian Sea is a major region of the northern Indian Ocean, historically serving as a vital maritime trade route connecting the Middle East, India, and East Africa for millennia. Its shores were central to ancient civilizations and the spread of cultures and goods, most notably during the peak of the Indian Ocean trade networks. Today, it remains a crucial body of water for global commerce and geopolitics, bordered by nations including India, Pakistan, Iran, and the Arabian Peninsula.