Trump’s Military Threats Against Iran Are Now a Dead Letter: The Strait of Hormuz Stays Blocked
Neither the Strait of Hormuz nor Bab el‑Mandeb has reopened. On August 1, 2026, Trump canceled yet another military strike. This marked his tenth retreat from a "decisive" threat. He ludicrously claimed Iran and Middle Eastern nations begged for mercy. Trump demanded "the Immediate, Complete and Total" reopening of Hormuz. He also insisted on "an end to Iran's nuclear threat". Yet Iran flatly denied making any such request. Iranians correctly dismissed Trump's claim as "a new lie". Their armed forces remained on high alert throughout. Officials confirmed both straits would remain firmly shut. Nevertheless, the Strait of Hormuz stays blocked.…
