Trump shares map of Strait of Hormuz on social media

BASRA, Iraq — U.S. President Donald Trump has published a map of the Strait of Hormuz, according to the post shared from his personal account. The strait connects the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman and is widely regarded as a critical chokepoint for global oil trade and international shipping. The map's release comes amid ongoing military and diplomatic activity in the region. U.S. officials have previously announced an expansion of the American military footprint in and around the Persian Gulf. Regional states have said international coordination on maritime security in the strait would continue. No additional details about the purpose of the map or accompanying commentary from the White House were immediately available.