US Defends Iran Strike, Citing Tehran's Inability to Control Oil-Critical Strait of Hormuz

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US Defends Iran Strike: Tehran Won't Control Oil-Critical Strait of Hormuz

A plume of smoke acends after a military strike on the capital Tehran. (Photo: Representative/AFP)

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News18•05-03-2026, 12:06

US Defends Iran Strike: Tehran Won't Control Oil-Critical Strait of Hormuz

•White House defends action on Iran, stating energy industry will benefit as Iran won't control Strait of Hormuz.
•Strait of Hormuz controls 20% of world's oil supply; US aims to ensure free flow of energy.
•White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt emphasized the necessity of the action for the energy sector.
•US and Israeli strikes on Iran have heightened regional tensions, disrupting shipping and raising energy prices.
•US Energy Secretary Chris Wright called the impact temporary, a "small price" for US military goals, with US Navy escorting tankers.

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