Trump claims US Navy has 100% control of Strait of Hormuz blockade

U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday, 11 August, that the United States Navy has established "100% control" over the Strait of Hormuz, describing the current maritime blockade against Iran-linked shipping as an "infallible steel wall." The statement, delivered during a White House event, comes as the U.S. enforces a strict naval cordon intended to bankrupt Tehran by halting its maritime trade. According to figures from U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), more than 20 warships are currently deployed to the region. As of early August, U.S. forces have redirected at least 55 commercial vessels, disabling several and boarding others to ensure compliance with the blockade. Trump stated that while the waterway remains open for neutral, non-Iranian traffic, no vessels are permitted to enter Iranian ports. Naval Operations and Mine Sweeping The blockade, which was originally implemented in April 2026 and reimposed in mid-July following a brief pause in June, has transitioned into a full-scale maritime security operation. The U.S. President noted that American forces have "mine-swept the entire strait" to counter attempts by Iranian forces to disrupt navigation through explosives.…