Trump Posts Map Labeling Strait of Hormuz as “New U.S. Territory”
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Trump Posts Map Labeling Strait of Hormuz as “New U.S. Territory”

Trump shares a flag-bordered map of the Persian Gulf, Iran and the Gulf of Oman, tagging the Strait of Hormuz chokepoint as new American territory.

Richard Miniter
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First Published: August 22, 2026, 1:14 PM ET

WASHINGTON D.C. — Donald J. Trump posted a map graphic on Truth Social that labels the Strait of Hormuz as “NEW U.S. Territory,” framing the strategic Persian Gulf chokepoint under an American flag border.