Iran army chief tells Trump 'we'll break your legs' over Hormuz: Live

 An Iranian army commander has threatened to break Donald Trump’s legs over remarks made about the Strait of Hormuz.

As the US and Iran continue their conflict and dispute over the Strait of Hormuz, the American president has threatened to declare the vital waterway a US territory.

Responding to his remarks, major general Amir Hatami said: “Joking about such remarks is a major mistake, because this is Iran, and it has defenders who will break your legs,” according to Iranian broadcasters IRIB.

He added that the US forces had “effectively been driven out” and no longer had permission to enter the Gulf, the Sea of Oman or the Strait of Hormuz.

Hatami also said US bases would not be allowed to return to their previous status, adding that “Iran will never allow this”.

Iranian officials previously told Trump to “accept the reality of defeat” after declaring that it would not resume talks with the US with the Strait of Hormuz set to remain closed.

His comments come as Jared Kushner, Trump’s envoy and son-in-law, held rare talks with Hamas to discuss the implementation of the Gaza peace plan.

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