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UPDATED Aug 22, 2026 at 4:10 AM ET
Aug 14, 2026 at 5:09 PM ET

Trump calls Strait of Hormuz “New US Territory”

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Trump posted a map claiming the Strait of Hormuz is American territory as Iran says it will keep it closed.
WHO: Donald Trump
WHAT: Trump posted a map captioned “New US Territory” claiming the Strait of Hormuz as US territory
WHEN: Reported Aug 18, 2026 at 9:23 AM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: Trump’s frustration over a war with Iran that has resisted his demands and dragged global shipping into crisis
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