Trump marks Strait of Hormuz on map as "new US territory"
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18 August, 20:43
Donald Trump. Photo: Getty Images
US President Donald Trump has posted a map of the Strait of Hormuz on Truth Social, marking it as "new US territory".
Source: European Pravda citing Trump on Truth Social
Details: Trump posted a map of the Strait of Hormuz with the caption: "New US territory".
Background:
- Trump first said he intends to declare the Strait of Hormuz US territory on 14 August during a rally in New Jersey. Later, however, a White House official told the Wall Street Journal that Trump was joking.
- Iran responded by saying the Strait of Hormuz could not be seized by tweet, aircraft carrier, executive order or campaign speech.
- On 18 August, Trump said no talks with Iran are currently under way or planned.
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