Caroline Leavitt

I believe so, based on the diplomatic association.

The latest news out of Iran is that the air defenses have been activated in several cities, including Isfahan, and that explosions have been heard in Isfahan.

Who is bombing Iran right now?

So it's going past two hours.

We don't have word on that, I guess.

This is a case of what they're saying publicly is different privately.

We have seen an uptick of traffic in the Strait today.

And I will reiterate the president's expectation and demand that the Strait of Hormuz is reopened immediately, quickly and safely.

That is his expectation.

It has been relayed to him privately that that is what's taking place.

And these reports publicly are false.

This is a case of what they're saying publicly is different privately.

We have seen an uptick of traffic in the Strait today, and I will reiterate the president's expectation and demand that the Strait of Hormuz is reopened immediately, quickly, and safely.

That is his expectation.

It has been relayed to him privately that that is what's taking place, and these reports publicly are false.

The president spoke with Prime Minister Netanyahu last night.

In that private conversation, Prime Minister Netanyahu relayed exactly what he said to the world publicly, that he supports the president and Israel remains a key ally and partner to the United States.

Iran, not President Trump, back down.

White House Press Secretary Caroline Leavitt says hours before a deadline to reach a deal.

Tuesday morning, President Trump warned an entire civilization would die if Iran did not reopen the Strait of Hormuz, threatening military strikes on civilian targets.