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US and Iran present contradictory statements on Strait of Hormuz
Iran’s military announced it had closed the Strait of Hormuz at the same time Vice President J.D. Vance told Fox News that the Trump administration had achieved its goal of opening the strait.
The strait is now open. The Iranian army is now destroyed. My understanding from talking with Jared and Steve this morning is that everything is going well. As you know, it is always a delicate dance of harmony and diplomatic protocol.
Iran’s military announced it had closed the Strait of Hormuz at the same time Vice President J.D. Vance told Fox News that the Trump administration had achieved its goal of opening the strait.
Cynthia Silva
June 20, 2026
