World News Live: Trump claims US has ‘total control’ over Hormuz, says Iran no longer ‘bully of Middle East’

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(AP Photo)US President Donald Trump reiterated that he doesn’t trust Iran and claimed that Washington has “total control” over the Strait of Hormuz amid tensions with Tehran. “Are you saying I trust Iran?! I’m the last person to trust Iran,” he said while talking to reporters. Live Updates Aug 12, 2026 10:03 AM IST Trump claims US has ‘total control’ over Hormuz US President Donald Trump reiterated that he doesn’t trust Iran and claimed that Washington has “total control” over the Strait of Hormuz amid tensions with Tehran. He stated that the switch occurred at the request of the Secret Service amid reported threats.