US Claims It Has Already Taken Steps to Control the Strait of Hormuz

WASHINGTON – US President Donald Trump stated on Sunday (29 March 2026) that the United States has begun steps to control the Strait of Hormuz. The claim was made during an interview with Israel’s Channel 14 regarding whether Washington is capable of taking control of the strategic waterway. “Yes, of course, it’s happening,” Trump said. Trump also highlighted what he described as close coordination with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu regarding Iran. “The coordination is very close. We have a good relationship,” he said. He added that he believes Iran very much wants a deal. “I think they really want to do it. Who wouldn’t want a deal if you’re being destroyed, right?” he stated. The United States and Israel have conducted airstrikes against Iran since 28 February, which have so far killed more than 1,340 people, including the then-supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Iran has retaliated with drone and missile attacks targeting Israel, as well as Jordan, Iraq, and Gulf countries hosting US military assets, causing casualties and infrastructure damage, as well as disrupting global markets and aviation.