Trump says he will declare Strait of Hormuz a US ‘territory’ amid Iran war
Summary
President Donald Trump said the United States will soon declare the Strait of Hormuz as U.S. territory amid ongoing conflict with Iran. The strait is an important route for global oil and gas, and both countries are disputing control during the current war.Key Facts
- President Trump announced plans to claim the Strait of Hormuz as U.S. territory during a speech in New York.
- The U.S. and Israel have been at war with Iran since February 28 after attacks against Iran.
- Iran has restricted ship traffic through the strait, affecting roughly 20% of the world’s oil supply.
- The US has set up a blockade in the strait and recently fired on a cargo ship accused of heading to Iran.
- Both the U.S. and Iran signed an agreement in June to stop military operations and allow safe ship passage, but fighting continued.
- Iran says part of the strait is in its territorial waters and rejects U.S. claims.
- The situation remains tense, with ongoing negotiations but no clear resolution in the war.
- Many Americans oppose military action against Iran, and the conflict has strained U.S. military supplies.
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