US President Donald Trump stated on Sunday that the Strait of Hormuz remains open to commercial shipping, even as military strikes continue in the region.
The assertion comes amid heightened tensions and conflicting reports regarding the status of the vital energy corridor.
Maritime observers have noted that vessel movements through the chokepoint have continued at robust levels, defying the closure declaration.
The president’s comments serve to counter recent assertions by Iranian officials, who had declared the waterway closed to shipping.
This diplomatic and military standoff has created significant uncertainty for global energy markets and maritime logistics.
The US military has previously confirmed that the Strait of Hormuz remains open to commercial traffic, directly contradicting Tehran’s claims.
Maritime observers have noted that vessel movements through the chokepoint have continued at robust levels, defying the closure declaration.