Muhammad Amanullah
September 3, 2026
The True Post — US President Donald Trump has signalled that the United States is prepared to carry out another military operation against Iran, while also claiming that Washington has “full control” over the Strait of Hormuz.
Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump said any new campaign against Iran would not last very long. He said the United States was closely monitoring the situation and remained prepared to respond to any potential developments.
Trump Signals Further Military Action
Trump said the United States was ready for another strike against Iran, although he suggested that any new campaign would be relatively short.
The US president presented the ongoing military action in the context of American interests and security in the region. He also claimed that Iran’s government was becoming weaker with the passage of time and that the United States was achieving “extraordinary results” in Iran.
Claim of Preventing Iran From Obtaining Nuclear Weapons
Trump said the United States would not allow Iran to acquire nuclear weapons.
According to the president, Iran had attempted to restore parts of its radar and missile systems, but the United States was closely monitoring Iranian military activities.
He said Washington was keeping track of Iran’s efforts to reorganise its defensive capabilities and could take necessary measures to deal with any emerging threat.
Trump Comments on Iranian Public
Trump also spoke about the internal situation in Iran, claiming that the Iranian people would soon rise against their government.
He said Iranians would not tolerate what he described as further repression by their government. Trump also referred to reported protests in Iran and accused Iranian authorities of taking harsh measures against demonstrators.
Claim of 65,000 Protester Deaths
Trump claimed that 65,000 protesters had been killed in Iran.
He alleged that Iranian authorities had targeted protesters with extreme violence, including shooting them in the head.
However, the US president did not provide details or evidence to substantiate the figure. The claim therefore requires independent verification.
Claim of Full Control Over Strait of Hormuz
Trump also made a major claim regarding the Strait of Hormuz, saying that the United States had “full control” over the strategically important waterway.
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most important maritime routes for energy transportation. It provides a key passage for oil shipments from the Persian Gulf to international markets.
Any further escalation in the region could have a significant impact on global oil prices and energy supplies, particularly if commercial shipping through the strait is disrupted.
Regional Tensions Remain High
The Iranian nuclear programme, missile capabilities and the continued presence of US forces in the region have kept tensions between Washington and Tehran at the centre of international attention.
Trump’s latest remarks indicate that the United States intends to maintain pressure on Iran while keeping the possibility of further military action open.
His claims about the weakening of Iran’s government and a potential uprising by the Iranian public could further complicate the already tense regional situation. Meanwhile, his assertion that the United States has full control of the Strait of Hormuz has added another significant dimension to concerns over security and energy supplies in the region.
