US Central Command Says Strait of Hormuz Remains Open Despite Iranian Claims

U.S. Central Command announced that the Strait of Hormuz remains open to all vessels seeking to legally transit the international waterway. The command stated that U.S. forces are deployed in the area and prepared to ensure freedom of navigation is maintained, despite aggression, harassment, threats, and arbitrary declarations by Iran. The statement emphasized that Iran does not control the strait and maritime traffic continues as usual.