Iran says US backed down after Strait of Hormuz minesweeper threat

Iran says US backed down after Strait of Hormuz minesweeper threat Iran’s parliament speaker has warned the United States over escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, saying Tehran will act if restrictions on its shipping continue. According to Tasnim News Agency, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf made the remarks during a televised address. “Dear people of Iran, the Strait of Hormuz is under the control of the Islamic Republic.