Tankers Attacked as Tehran and Trump Clash Over Control of Strait of Hormuz
Tensions between the United States and Iran have escalated over control of the Strait of Hormuz after the United Arab Emirates said two vessels linked to state-owned ADNOC were attacked while transiting the strategic waterway. President Donald Trump has claimed that the U.S. is in “total control” of the strait, while Iran insists it will remain closed until its conditions are met.
Tankers Attacked as Tehran and Trump Clash Over Control of Strait of Hormuz
Two tankers linked to the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) were attacked while transiting the Strait of Hormuz, according to the United Arab Emirates.
The incident comes amid growing tensions between Washington and Tehran over control of the strategically important waterway, which plays a major role in global energy transportation.
Earlier this week, U.S. President Donald Trump said the United States was in “total control” of the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran, however, has rejected that claim, saying the waterway will remain blocked until its conditions are accepted.
Meanwhile, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has dismissed reports about poor living conditions aboard the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln, describing the allegations as “completely misrepresented.”
Reports had cited supply shortages, plumbing problems and concerns involving crew members. Hegseth also said the U.S. military has the capability to maintain a naval blockade of Iranian ports indefinitely.
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the Trump administration is preparing unprecedented economic measures against Iran, with additional announcements expected next week.
Vice President JD Vance also expressed confidence that the United States would emerge from the conflict in a stronger position, particularly regarding Iran’s nuclear program and stable fuel prices for American consumers.
