The Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most strategic waterways, now has something usually reserved for pop stars, politicians, and viral pets: its own social media presence.
An X account using the handle @PGSA_IRAN and the display name tied to the Persian Gulf Strategic Area appeared Monday as tensions over the waterway remained at the center of the standoff between Iran and the United States. Within roughly seven hours, the account had drawn more than 30,000 followers.
