During a speech at a police academy in Long Island, New York, on August 14, 2026, President Donald Trump indicated he might declare the Strait of Hormuz as 'a territory of the United States.' This statement raises questions about its seriousness and potential implications for US policy regarding Iran. The Strait of Hormuz is a significant maritime route, with approximately 20% of the world's seaborne oil supplies passing through it.
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Trump suggests designating Strait of Hormuz as US territory
President Donald Trump suggested during a speech that he may declare the Strait of Hormuz as US territory. This remark, made on August 14, 2026, has led to discussions about its seriousness and potential impact on US-Iran relations.
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Trump threatens to declare strait of Hormuz ‘territory of the United States’
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Trump suggests designating Strait of Hormuz as US territory