On August 15, 2026, President Trump's remarks about making the Strait of Hormuz a U.S. territory prompted a statement from Iran. The Iranian government responded via the social media platform X, asserting that the strait will remain under its control. They emphasized that "this strait will only be closed and opened under Iran's command."
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Iran Responds to Trump's Comments on Strait of Hormuz
President Trump's comments regarding the Strait of Hormuz being designated as U.S. territory led to a response from Iran, which reaffirmed its control over the strait. Iran stated that it will manage access to the strait.
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