The toing and froing over the strait cast doubt on US President Donald Trump's optimism the day before, that a peace deal to end the US-Israeli war with Iran was "very close".
Then, late on Saturday morning, citing a statement from military central command, Iranian state TV reported that "control of the Strait of Hormuz has returned to its previous status" and "is under strict management and control of the armed forces", blaming the continued US blockade.Iranian official stated:
— Defender (@voiceofdefender) April 18, 2026
We warned and you ignored. Now enjoy that Hormuz is back to its former state. pic.twitter.com/UBGK9PXeSh
