Key facts
- President Donald Trump announced his intention to declare the Strait of Hormuz a U.S. territory.
- Trump cited naval blockade control as a reason for the declaration.
- He linked higher gas prices to efforts to prevent Iran's nuclear program.
- Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister stated Tehran would not be intimidated by U.S. threats.
- Trump also posted a photo with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, claiming they 'get along great'.
President Donald Trump announced his intention to declare the Strait of Hormuz a U.S. territory "pretty soon," citing naval blockade control and linking higher gas prices to preventing Iran's nuclear program. Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister responded that Tehran would not be intimidated by U.S. threats regarding the strategic waterway.
Trump also posted a photo on social media of himself with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un from a 2019 meeting, reiterating his claim that they "get along great." The posting occurred amid White House statements that Trump remains open to dialogue with Kim without preconditions, though Pyongyang's willingness to engage is uncertain given its deepening cooperation with Moscow.