Trump says he will declare Strait of Hormuz a 'territory of the United States' after defeating Iran
The US president also described Iran as a "very evil country" and the "number one state sponsor of terrorism in the world" during his comments at a New York police event.
US President Donald Trump declared on Friday his intention to designate the Strait of Hormuz as a US territory, following his earlier assertions on Fox News that the US would impose severe economic sanctions on Iran. During a rally in Garden City, New York, Trump stated that the declaration would be made "pretty soon" after the United States successfully defeats Iran, describing the outcome as "very badly defeated".
He highlighted the current blockade on Iranian ships, noting that only those he permits can pass through. Trump also mentioned the expansion of the US military, acknowledging that it was more than he initially intended, but deemed acceptable. He strongly emphasized the necessity to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons, asserting that such a development is unacceptable.
Trump's remarks followed US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's announcement of imminent, unprecedented sanctions against Tehran, planned to be implemented within the following week.
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