Hegseth says Iran does not control Strait of Hormuz, ceasefire remains
🔴 Tension RisingBaird Maritime2026-05-05
The US and Iran exchanged fire in the Persian Gulf over control of the Strait of Hormuz, with the US securing a path through the waterway and commercial ships lining up to pass. The US Defense Department stated that the ceasefire with Iran was not over, and that President Trump could decide on escalation. Iran countered that there is no military solution to the crisis and threatened to fight as necessary.