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Trump Labels Map Of Strait Of Hormuz ‘New U.S. Territory’ After Passing 60-Day Deadline For Deal - forbes.com
President Donald Trump posted an image on Truth Social Tuesday, declaring the Strait of Hormuz a "new U.S.
The image displayed on Truth Social showed a map of the Strait, which Trump had specifically circled, labeling it "new U.S. Territory" but providing no additional details within the post itself. This waterway is a vital conduit, physically separating Iran from coastal areas of Oman and the United Arab Emirates.
The former president has made such declarations repeatedly in recent days. He delivered the identical claim during a speech to police officers on Long Island last Friday. He also conveyed this assertion directly to reporters on a separate occasion.
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