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Iran rejects Trump’s ‘delusions’ on making Strait of Hormuz a US territory

Iran rejects Trump’s ‘delusions’ on making Strait of Hormuz a US territory

Summary

Iran rejected President Donald Trump’s claim that he could make the Strait of Hormuz a U.S. territory. Iranian officials said only Iran controls whether the waterway is open or closed.

Key Facts

  • President Trump said the Strait of Hormuz could become a U.S. territory.
  • Iran called this claim a "delusion" and rejected it.
  • The Strait of Hormuz is a key waterway for global oil shipping.
  • Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said Iran controls the opening and closing of the strait.
  • The statement was made on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter).
  • The dispute highlights ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Iran over strategic waterways.
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