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Trump announces intention to declare Strait of Hormuz a U.S. territory

President Trump announced his intention to declare the Strait of Hormuz a U.S. territory during a speech in Long Island, New York, on August 14, 2026. This declaration would occur despite the fact that Oman and Iran currently share jurisdiction over the waterway.

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President Trump announced his intention to declare the Strait of Hormuz a U.S. territory during a speech in Long Island, New York, on August 14, 2026. This declaration would occur despite the fact that Oman and Iran currently share jurisdiction over the waterway.

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