WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- US President Donald Trump has suggested renaming the Strait of Hormuz as the "Trump Strait." He made the proposal on Wednesday through his Truth Social account. Trump claimed the United States now controls the crucial waterway. He also shared a humorous message promoting the proposed name. The White House later shared his statement on X. It also posted a map showing "Trump Strait" instead of the existing name.

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The proposal comes amid rising tensions between the United States and Iran. The Strait of Hormuz remains a major global energy route. Around one-fifth of the world's oil passes through the waterway. Iran has effectively restricted access to t...