How long will the Strait of Hormuz remain closed? Iran gave this direct answer, even Trump will be forced

US Iran War: America and iran The situation is becoming more serious amid the ongoing tension between the two. Tehran has suffered huge losses due to the war, and meanwhile, pressure is being increased from Washington for the second round of talks. However, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has made it clear that until Iran’s alleged $11 trillion seized assets are released, the decision to keep Hormuz closed will continue.

On the other hand, Iranian media Press TV has rejected US President Donald Trump’s claim that America has complete control over Hormuz. While doing ground reporting from the Strait of Hormuz, a Press TV reporter said that Hormuz is under the strict control of Iranian forces.

Increasing tension on Hormuz

It is noteworthy that tension regarding Hormuz is continuously increasing. meanwhile donald trump has instructed the US Navy to immediately destroy boats suspected of laying underwater mines. He also claimed that at present Hormuz is completely under the control of America. In view of the increasing danger India has issued an advisory to its citizens living in the Middle East and advised them to go to safe places or leave the area.

Meanwhile, a separate controversy also came to light, when the US administration had to give clarification while reacting to a social media repost of President Trump. Radio host in this post michael savage In which objectionable words were used against some countries including India. On this, the US Embassy spokesperson clarified that Trump considers India a “great country” and calls its leadership his “good friend”.

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Trump’s clarification on India

At the same time, on this whole matter Randhir Jaiswal Giving a brief response, he said that he has seen the related news, but does not consider it appropriate to say anything more on this at this time. On one hand, while the diplomatic deadlock between America and Iran is deepening, on the other hand, the increasing tension over the Strait of Hormuz remains a cause of concern at the global level.

On the other hand, the presence of Indian sailors has come to light in the action taken by Iran amid increasing maritime tension near Hormuz. Mukesh Mangal, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, informed that Indian citizens were also on board the ships stopped by Iranian forces, although all are safe. On Wednesday, Iran targeted three foreign ships passing through Hormuz. Two of these ships, “Francesca” and “Epaminondas”, were captured by Iranian security forces, while the third ship “Euphoria” was fired upon.

“Epaminondas” has a 21-member crew, including one Indian sailor, while “Euphoria” had 21 Indians on board. It is a matter of relief that all the Indian sailors are said to be safe. According to officials, “Epaminondas” and “Francesca” are currently in the western part of the Persian Gulf, i.e. in the area under Iranian control. Whereas “Euphoria” has reached the eastern part and has gone out of the war zone.

New claim on Hormuz

Iran claims these ships violated transit rules or ignored warnings, while some maritime sources say at least one ship had prior permission. This development is being seen as a response to the blockade of Iranian ports and seizure of Iranian ships by the US. This increasing tension in Hormuz is becoming a matter of serious concern for global maritime security and trade, although at present there is relief from the safety of Indian sailors.

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