DOMINANT ANGLE
The United States government is standing firm on its assertion that the Strait of Hormuz remains open, despite Tehran's direct denial, and is increasing both military and financial pressure on Iran.
Dominant angle identified — does not reflect unanimity of this country’s media
ANALYSIS
The United States government is facing a direct challenge: Iranian Supreme National Security Council Secretary General Rezaei has called the assertion by the American president that the Strait of Ormuz remains open to traffic a "big lie".
