The United Nations has called on all parties to respect international law and the rights and freedoms of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, following US President Donald Trump's announcement that he may declare it American territory. This was announced to TASS by the spokesman of the UN Secretary General, Stephane Dujarric, in response to a request to comment on the words of the American leader.
"We reiterate our call for the full restoration of international navigation rights and freedoms in and around the Strait of Hormuz. The exercise of these rights and freedoms of navigation must be respected by all parties in accordance with international law," said Dujarric.
The previous day, Trump gave a speech at the Nassau County Police Academy near New York, during which he announced his intention to declare the Strait of Hormuz an American territory.
