Trump labels Strait of Hormuz “new US territory” in Truth Social post

President Donald Trump posted a map on Truth Social labeling the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz as a new U.S. territory. This action follows the expiration of a U.S.-Iran MoU and occurs amid ongoing conflict with Iran. The move has triggered fresh tensions, with IRGC General Yadollah Javani describing the waterway as a divine blessing. This escalation diminishes prospects for a diplomatic resolution and has negatively impacted confidence within prediction markets regarding the U.S.-Iran confrontation.