Iran says it “cannot trust” U.S. in negotiations as Trump says “we control” strait

On May 15, 2026, President Donald Trump asserted that the United States maintains control over the Strait of Hormuz and has effectively eliminated the military capabilities of Iran.

Speaking to reporters while aboard Air Force One, Trump claimed that the U.S., rather than Iran, is in control of the strategic waterway. During these remarks, Trump stated that the United States had wiped out their armed forces, essentially.

Iranian Response and Diplomatic Status

Iran’s Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, responded to the U.S. Claims by stating that his country cannot trust the Americans at all.

Araghchi indicated that Iran is attempting to maintain what he described as a shaky ceasefire. The Foreign Minister stated that this effort to preserve the cessation of hostilities is intended to give diplomacy a chance.

Despite the claims made by the U.S. Administration, Araghchi claimed victory in the war. He asserted that the international community must change its perception of the country.

Viewed differently — as a power capable of confronting the world’s greatest powers. Abbas Araghchi