Trump Claims U.S. Navy Has Cleared Strait of Hormuz

The announcement follows a period of heightened friction in the Persian Gulf, where the security of oil transit has remained a focal point for international powers. By confirming the completion of these defensive operations, the administration seeks to stabilize a waterway that accounts for a significant portion of the world's daily petroleum supply. The move underscores the administration’s strategy of maintaining a visible military presence in contested maritime zones to ensure the continuity of global energy trade.