Trump Claims Iran's Military Capabilities Severely Diminished Amid Ongoing Conf…
US President Donald Trump stated that Iran's military has been largely dismantled, claiming that its capabilities and leadership have been significantly reduced. He specifically mentioned Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of the late Supreme Leader, as being '90% gone'. This assertion comes as the US and Iran engage in renewed missile and drone attacks, escalating tensions over the Strait of Hormuz, a critical maritime route for global oil shipments. Trump announced plans to reimpose what he termed the 'Iranian blockade' and proposed charging commercial vessels for safe passage through the strait. Iran's foreign minister rejected this proposal, asserting that Iran has historically protected the waterway.
Published 1 day ago • 14 Jul 2026, 01:51 PM IST