Trump asks ‘about 7′ countries for help to open the Strait of Hormuz
Why it matters: Strait closure threatens 20% of global oil flow, risking worldwide economic shock.
- President Donald Trump demanded about seven countries dispatch warships to protect the strait, arguing the U.S. doesn’t need it but other nations do.
- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned that Iran will decide who may pass, keeping the strait closed to the United States and its allies.
- U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright said he’s in dialogue with some of the asked nations and expects China to be a constructive partner, though no firm pledges materialized.
- Prime Minister Keir Starmer (UK) discussed the strait’s reopening with Trump and Canada, noting the importance for global shipping but initially refused to risk British carriers.
- China’s embassy spokesperson Liu Pengyu stressed all parties must ensure stable energy supply and offered to strengthen communication, without committing to naval deployment.
- South Korea’s Foreign Ministry issued a brief statement, reflecting cautious monitoring of the situation without confirming participation.
President Trump says he’s demanded roughly seven oil‑dependent nations to send warships to keep the Strait of Hormuz open, but none have pledged support as oil prices surge amid the Iran‑Israel war. Iran insists the waterway is closed to the U.S. and its allies, while Britain, Canada and others discuss the issue but remain non‑committal, and China hints at cooperation but stops short of a clear commitment.
