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Trump Claims Strait of Hormuz 'In Great Shape' Amid Tensions

3/12/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump said the Strait of Hormuz is "in great shape."
The remarks follow Iranian drone attacks on oil tankers that killed one crew member and involved 30 ships.
Intelligence reports indicate Iran's military capabilities remain intact.
Traffic through the Strait has fallen from about 60 ships to 12 after U.S. actions against Iranian vessels.
The war has cost U.S. taxpayers over $11.3 billion.

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U.S. President Donald Trump said the Strait of Hormuz is "in great shape."
The remarks follow Iranian drone attacks on oil tankers that killed one crew member and involved 30 ships.
Intelligence reports indicate Iran's military capabilities remain intact.
Traffic through the Strait has fallen from about 60 ships to 12 after U.S. actions against Iranian vessels.
The war has cost U.S. taxpayers over $11.3 billion.