A senior commander of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) has asserted that the United States has been unable to alter the status of the Strait of Hormuz despite extensive efforts. General Yadollah Javani, deputy commander for political affairs of the IRGC, made the remarks in reference to recent regional tensions and the aftermath of what he described as a "40-day war of aggression" against Iran.

Javani claimed that Washington has deployed all available means to influence the situation surrounding the strategic waterway but ultimately failed to achieve its objectives. He identified the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz as a key issue for U.S. President Donald Trump, stating that despite concerted efforts during and following the conflict, the U.S. has not succeeded in changing the existing conditions.

According to the IRGC official, any ambition to revert to conditions prior to February 28—when certain developments reportedly shifted control or operational dynamics in the region—is untenable under the current circumstances. Javani emphasized that Trump lacks the capacity to reverse these developments or restore the previous status quo.

The Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments, has been a focal point of heightened geopolitical tension, with both Iran and the U.S. maintaining strong positions in the area. Iranian military leaders have frequently highlighted their readiness to defend national interests in the face of perceived U.S. provocations, while Washington has stressed the importance of freedom of navigation and regional security.

The comments by Javani underscore Iran’s firm stance regarding its sovereignty and influence over the Strait, reflecting ongoing disputes over navigation rights and maritime control in one of the world’s busiest oil transit routes.