Trump Vows to Make Strait of Hormuz a US Territory

President Donald Trump announced on Friday that he plans to declare the Strait of Hormuz a US territory, a move that has sparked worldwide alarm. The strait, a vital waterway for global oil shipments, has been blockaded by Iran for most of the past five months. Trump made the statement amid ongoing tensions with Iran, which he and Israel have been fighting what he calls an “illegal war.” The blockade has already disrupted energy markets and raised concerns about supply shortages. The announcement came just two days after the latest inflation figures showed rising pressures on the US economy. Analysts warn that any attempt to claim the strait could escalate the conflict further and destabilize global trade. No official legal or diplomatic steps have been outlined yet, and it remains unclear how the US would enforce such a declaration. The strait is internationally recognized as Iranian territorial waters, making any unilateral claim a potential violation of international law. The White House has not yet responded to requests for clarification.