President Trump asked Americans to accept higher gas prices to prevent Iran from getting a nuclear weapon. He said he would soon declare the Strait of Hormuz a US territory. Trump wants to stop Iran. He thinks higher gas prices are a small cost.

Trump's comments show the risk of higher fuel prices. This could affect his campaign promise to lower energy costs. Democrats want to make this an issue in the upcoming elections.

Trump spoke in New York and said Americans should pay a little more for gas. He thinks this is a small price to ensure Iran does not get a nuclear weapon. Trump said the US is doing a great job.

Trump said the US is doing a great service for the world. He will not apologize for attacking Iran. Trump thinks the US is doing well.

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The Strait of Hormuz is important for global oil shipments. About 20% of oil and gas pass through it. This has pushed up oil prices.

Trump said he would declare the Strait of Hormuz a US territory after defeating Iran. This is an escalation of his rhetoric.

It is not clear how serious Trump was about his comment.

Iran's deputy foreign minister responded to Trump's comments. He said the strait cannot be taken by tweet or by force.

The Iranian official said the strait will only be controlled by Iran.

The Strait of Hormuz is a critical point for global energy markets.

Oil prices have risen this week. Brent crude is approaching $90 a barrel. US gas prices have climbed to around $4 a gallon.