Trump brazenly says the US Navy is acting like pirates by blockading the Iranian ports, and seizing Iranian ships.

Iran has moved to redefine the balance of power, with the Leader of the Islamic Revolution declaring the start of a “new chapter” in the management of the Strait of Hormuz even as US pressure wanes.

Persian Gulf Day, marked on April 30, commemorates the 1622 defeat of Portugal, highlighting Iran’s unchallenged sovereignty and strategic control over Strait of Hormuz, and enduring lessons on diplomacy and resistance.

Iran demonstrates growing strength as US pressure backfires, political costs mount in Washington, and global markets shift in response to Tehran's actions.

In a historic feat, an Iranian fighter jet evaded layered US air defenses to bomb Camp Buehring in Kuwait in the early days of the 40-day war, shattering the myth of US air superiority and validating Iran's indigenous aerospace power.

A former CIA officer has publicly dismissed Reza Pahlavi, the son of Iran's deposed shah, as "a playboy" who is "not qualified to lead anything". 

Iran on Tuesday reinforced its position as the decisive power in West Asia, asserting full authority over the Strait of Hormuz, while the US position continued to falter.