Washington (Web Desk/Agencies): US President Donald Trump on Tuesday said he has no trust in Iran, accusing the country of repeatedly deceiving him, while claiming that Washington currently holds “total control” of the strategically important Strait of Hormuz.
Speaking to journalists at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland after his visit to Ohio, Trump rejected the idea that he could place any confidence in Tehran.
“I don't trust Iran. Why — are you saying I trust Iran!? I'm the last person to trust Iran,” Trump told reporters. “They've lied to me constantly,” he added.
Trump went on to assert that the US had complete command of the Strait of Hormuz, a major route for global energy shipments.
“We have total control over the Hormuz Strait right now. They don't have control. We have total control. We own it,” he said.
His remarks came as tensions continue to grip the Middle East following the US-Israeli war with Iran that began in late February.
Washington and Tehran have so far failed to conclude a final deal aimed at ending the confrontation, while the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz has disrupted international energy supplies and created further uncertainty for global markets.