Trump announces plans to declare Strait of Hormuz a US territory
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Donald Trump
Strait of Hormuz
August 14, 2026
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Read our editorial policy- Earlier version 28/15/2026, 3:40:11 AM
Donald Trump stated he would declare the Strait of Hormuz a US territory after defeating Iran. The US and Israel have been at war with Iran since February 28, leading to a blockade of the strait. Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister dismissed the remarks as intimidation.
- Earlier version 18/15/2026, 3:10:13 AM
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