Trump Sparks Row by Calling Strait of Hormuz the ‘Strait of Trump’

US President Donald Trump has stirred controversy after referring to the Strait of Hormuz as the “Strait of Trump” in a repost on Truth Social. The original post, which featured an image renaming the key waterway, is no longer visible.

The remark comes as the Strait of Hormuz remains a focal point of global concern due to rising tensions between the US and Iran.

The strait, located between Iran and Oman, is one of the world’s most critical energy routes, with nearly 20–30% of global oil and gas supplies passing through it. Any disruption in this corridor significantly impacts global markets.

Currently, the United States has enforced a blockade in the region despite a fragile ceasefire. Iran has reportedly offered to reopen the strait as part of negotiations, but Trump has rejected the proposal. He defended the blockade, stating it is more effective than military action and has placed Iran under severe economic pressure.

Trump claimed that the restrictions have weakened Iran’s oil exports and pushed its energy sector toward crisis. However, the US continues to demand that Iran halt its nuclear program, prolonging the stalemate.

The renaming remark has drawn criticism and added to the already tense geopolitical climate surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, a region vital to global energy security.

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