The head of Iran's Basij paramilitary unit has declared that the Strait of Hormuz is firmly under Iranian control, countering US President Donald Trump's assertion of total US dominance in the area. Taeb emphasised that Iran has successfully prevented US interference in regional matters and ensured ongoing security within the vital strait.

Iran has rejected United States President Donald Trump’s claim that Washington has “total control” of the Strait of Hormuz, saying the strategic waterway will remain closed until…

The US president clarified that the strait was under complete control