Trump claims Strait of Hormuz 'completely open' while maintaining naval blockade against Iran

President Trump posted on Truth Social that the Strait of Hormuz was 'completely open and ready for business and full passage,' following Iran's announcement that it had opened the passage for commercial vessels during the Lebanon ceasefire. However, Trump simultaneously stated that the U.S. naval blockade on Iranian ports would 'remain in full force and effect as it pertains to Iran only, until such time as our transaction with Iran is 100 percent complete.' The contradictory messaging—declaring the strait open while maintaining a blockade specifically targeting Iran—created confusion about the actual status of the vital shipping channel through which roughly 20% of global oil passes. Trump's reference to a 'transaction' with Iran being '100 percent complete' was vague and unexplained, leaving unclear what conditions would need to be met for the blockade to end. The statement represents a clear example of disinformation, as a strait cannot be 'completely open' while a naval blockad...

"The Strait of Hormuz is completely open and ready for business and full passage. The U.S. naval blockade will remain in full force and effect as it pertains to Iran only, until such time as our transaction with Iran is 100 percent complete." — Posted on Truth Social following Iran's announcement about opening the strait during Lebanon ceasefire negotiations