Iran has vehemently rejected former US President Donald Trump’s assertion that he would declare the Strait of Hormuz as US territory. Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi stated the vital waterway "has been Iranian, is Iranian, and will remain Iranian" via a post on X. Trump has repeatedly claimed control over the strait, a claim Iran firmly denies, especially referencing a prior effective blockade initiated in February. The Strait of Hormuz is a critical global energy transit point, and control over it is a significant geopolitical issue. This exchange highlights ongoing tensions between the US and Iran regarding regional influence and maritime security. The statement underscores Iran's determination to maintain sovereignty over the strategic waterway despite external pressures.