In an interview on Fox News on Thursday, March 13, 2026, Cruz, who chairs the Senate Commerce Committee, spoke about the security risks posed by Iran and its influence in the region.
In reference to the genesis of the Iranian revolutionary government, Cruz stated that the capture of American diplomats in Tehran was the first significant action taken by the new administration following the revolution.
Cruz stated during the broadcast, "The first thing they did to start the Revolution when the Ayatollah Khamenei came in was take Americans hostage and hold them for 444 days. "
The Iran Hostage Crisis, which started in November 1979 when extremists attacked the U. S. embassy in Tehran and held dozens of American diplomats and citizens hostage for 444 days, was the topic of the senator's remarks.
The crisis turned out to be one of the most important conflicts between the US and Iran, which had a lasting impact on the two nations' strained diplomatic ties.
The incident, according to Cruz, demonstrates what he called the ideological basis of the Iranian government and its hostile attitude towards the United States since the revolution.
His words come at a time when the Middle East is experiencing rising tensions and Washington is debating the extent of U. S. policy towards Iran and its leaders.
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