Trump Says Strait of Hormuz Could Become U.S. Territory After Iran War
WASHINGTON.

President Donald Trump has announced plans to declare the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz a territory of the United States following the conflict with Iran.

Trump made the extraordinary statement during remarks in New York, saying the move would come after what he described as the defeat of Iran.The comments have immediately triggered a strong reaction from Tehran. Iranian officials rejected Trump’s claim and insisted that the waterway cannot simply be seized or placed under U.S. control. The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most strategically important shipping routes, making Trump’s comments particularly significant as tensions between Washington and Tehran remain extremely high.

For now, the Strait of Hormuz has not become U.S. territory. Trump’s statement represents a proposed future action rather than a change that has already taken place.

The declaration could further escalate the confrontation between the United States and Iran, with both sides continuing to dispute who has authority over the crucial waterway.