Donald Trump told a crowd in Long Island tonight that he will be "declaring the Hormuz Strait a territory of the United States" pretty soon. The former president made the remark during a speech, repeating his claim that Iran has been defeated despite continued tensions in the Middle East.
Speech in Long Island
Trump's comments came as he addressed supporters at an event on Friday evening. The exact date of the potential declaration was not specified, and no further details were provided.
Ongoing tensions
The statement adds to a series of claims about Iran's status, even as regional friction persists. No official announcement or policy change has been made regarding the strait, a key waterway for global oil shipments.
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