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Iran maintains demands for control of Strait of Hormuz; Trump sidesteps Tehran threat in Washington.

Iran has maintained its demands to control the Strait of Hormuz, a vital maritime route. The United States has pushed back, with President Donald Trump sidestepping a threat from Tehran, and former defense secretary Mark Esper called Iran's demands for a full reopening “ridiculous.” Gulf states have accepted a new normal, recognizing Iran’s control over the region, while international observers monitor potential impacts on global shipping.

Aug 11, 2026, 5:21 PM