Live Updates: Iran says it "cannot trust the Americans at all" as Trump says "we control" the Strait of Hormuz

Pro-Peace

As U.S. and Iranian leaders trade threats over control of the Strait of Hormuz, the risk of escalation looms large for civilians across the region, who could face devastating consequences from disrupted oil flows, economic collapse, and potential airstrikes. Humanitarian costs would fall heaviest on ordinary people through food and medicine shortages, refugee crises, and loss of life, outcomes that benefit no one. Renewed diplomatic channels and confidence-building measures offer the only path to de-escalation and protection of human lives.