Iran has rejected claims that the United States controls the Strait of Hormuz, according to CNN Indonesia. The denial follows a statement by former President Donald Trump asserting US command over the strategic waterway.
The Iranian response was reported by multiple Indonesian outlets, including detikNews, which quoted Tehran as saying the strait remains under its full control. The dispute centers on the narrow passage between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, a critical route for global oil shipments.
CNN Indonesia also reported that world oil prices climbed to $87.16 per barrel after the US threatened a blockade of Iran. The price increase reflects market concerns about potential disruptions to crude flows through the strait, which handles a significant share of global petroleum trade.
The tension has drawn international attention. BeritaSatu.com reported that Japan is sending its foreign minister to Saudi Arabia and Oman to discuss the crisis. The diplomatic mission aims to address the standoff and its implications for energy security in the region.
CNBC Indonesia noted that Iran has provided its latest response to Trump's claim, reiterating its position on the strait. The exact wording of that response was not detailed in the available reporting.
The Strait of Hormuz has long been a flashpoint in US-Iran relations. Previous confrontations have involved naval deployments and threats to close the waterway, though such closures have never been fully implemented.
What to watch next: Whether Japan's diplomatic push yields any de-escalation, and how oil markets react to further statements from Washington or Tehran.
