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The United States has asserted total control over the Strait of Hormuz, claiming the ability to prevent ships from entering or leaving without its approval.

International RelationsGeopoliticsConflictApr 23, 2026score 1.542 posts · 80 replies across 2 instances
President Trump's statements on social media claim the United States has total control over the Strait of Hormuz, asserting the navy can prevent ships from entering or leaving and has ordered the use of force against vessels in the area. These claims raise concerns about potential military escalation and regional security.

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The United States has asserted total control over the Strait of Hormuz, claiming the ability to prevent ships from entering or leaving without its approval.
Parent: International RelationsEntity: Strait of HormuzImpact: negativeDate: Apr 23, 2026Target: The United States' assertion of total control over the Strait of Hormuz.
The United States Navy has been ordered to shoot and kill any boat, including small boats, in the Strait of Hormuz and to place mines in the area.
Parent: MilitaryEntity: United States NavyImpact: negativeDate: Apr 23, 2026Target: The United States Navy's order to use lethal force and place mines in the Strait of Hormuz.

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On social media, President Trump says: "We have total control over the Strait of Hormuz. No ship can enter or leave without the approval of the United States Navy." He also says he's ordered the navy "to shoot and kill any boat, small boats ... putting mines in the waters of the Strait of Hormuz."
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On social media, President Trump says: "We have total control over the Strait of Hormuz. No ship can enter or leave without the approval of the United States Navy." He also says he's ordered the navy "to shoot and kill any boat, small boats ... putting mines in the waters of the Strait of Hormuz."
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