India, Aug. 19 -- The war in the Middle East between the US and Iran has intensified over the Strait of Hormuz after US President Donald Trump posted a map depicting the strategic waterway as 'New US Territory' and said the US had no talks planned with Iran. Meanwhile, Tehran continues to reject US claims over control of the Strait and says its reopening depends on American actions.

The latest escalation comes as maritime security remains under pressure. UKMTO reported that an unidentified projectile struck a vessel while it was leaving the Strait of Hormuz, damaging its engine room and causing crew casualties.

US-Israel-Iran War Live News: Trump Claims Strait of Hormuz 'New US Territory'

Trump escalated his rhetoric over the strategic...