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Why the Strait of Hormuz is so important and how it could be opened to ships again

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The Independent UK

Ray Dalio Says US Will Lose The War With Iran if It Fails to Break the Strait of Hormuz Blockade

Billionaire investor Ray Dalio warns that the United States risks an 'empire-ending' defeat and the collapse of the petrodollar if it fails to break Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

International Business Times UK

How countries are cutting deals with Iran to move oil through the Strait of Hormuz – and undermine Trump

IN DEPTH: The sea channel has become perilous for oil tankers since Iran claimed control of it during the war. But experts tell Bryony Gooch that Tehran may be willing to grant safe passage to countries willing to engage in diplomacy

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Why Trump's 'beautiful armada' cannot take control of the Strait of Hormuz

The proposal from President Trump to assemble an international naval coalition for the defense of the Strait of Hormuz encounters formidable obstacles. Iran's advanced A2/AD capabilities—featuring an array of missiles, drones, and submarines—combined with the strait's challenging topography, complicates even the strongest navy's efforts to maintain a permanent presence.

The Times of India

'NATO is not obliged to help Trump in Iran,' Finnish FM Valtonen tells Euronews

European NATO allies are rejecting demands by US President Trump to shield the Strait of Hormuz from Iranian disruption. Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen says while it's not NATO's responsibility to help the US, Europe has "very strong" cards if does decide to send a mission to the region.

Euronews

Ray Dalio warns a 'final battle' for the Strait of Hormuz is coming

Dalio says that if the President Trump can’t get control over the strait, he risks permanently damaging U.S. credibility on the world stage.

Fortune

Newsletter: Europe resists US pressure to force re-opening of Strait of Hormuz

Also in this newsletter: European Commissioner for the Mediterranean Dubravka Šuica and Finnish Foreign Minister Elena Valtonen speak to Europe Today.

Euronews

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From Tokyo to Canberra, Trump's Closest Pacific Allies Are Turning Their Backs on His Hormuz Warship Demand

Donald Trump's plan to form a naval coalition at the Strait of Hormuz hits a snag as Japan and Australia refuse to send warships, raising questions about the coalition's viability.

International Business Times UK

'Blackmail is also not what I wish for': America’s allies are ghosting Trump on Strait of Hormuz

The price of oil sank Monday after Bessent said the U.S. “allowed” tankers to cross, despite the lack of assistance.

Fortune

‘Struck more than 7,000 targets’: Donald Trump says Iran has been ‘literally obliterated’ as he presses allies to help reopen Strait of Hormuz

US President Trump declared Iran's military "literally obliterated" after over 7,000 strikes, claiming significant reductions in missile and drone attacks. Despite asserting control over the Strait of Hormuz, he urged allies to assist in securing shipping, but faced cool responses from key nations like Germany and Japan.

The Times of India

Why is the Strait of Hormuz critical to Europe?

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz is affecting energy prices for industries and households, but the vital trade passage also accounts for a significant share of fertiliser shipments, threatening long-term food production. Euronews' explainer goes through the main issues affecting the Strait.

Euronews

Ireland not involved in Strait of Hormuz security, Taoiseach says

Ireland will not be getting involved in securing the Strait of Hormuz, the Taoiseach has said.

Evening Standard

Trump Asks 7 Countries to Send Warships in Strait of Hormuz—No Commitments Yet as Tensions Escalate

President Donald Trump calls on seven nations, including China and the UK, to deploy warships to the Strait of Hormuz following US-Israeli strikes on Iran.

International Business Times UK

UK will not be drawn into ‘wider war’ in Middle East, says PM Keir Starmer; seeks allied plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz

Britain will not join a wider Middle East war, Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated, despite collaborating with allies on a plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. He emphasized restoring shipping flows and global market stability, ruling out a NATO mission. Starmer stressed the need for a collective, viable plan,…

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International Business Times

US-Israeli War on Iran Enters Third Week with Strikes on Hamadan, Calls for Strait of Hormuz Coalition

The U.S.-Israeli military campaign against Iran stretched into its third week Monday, March 16, 2026, with fresh airstrikes pounding the western city of Hamadan and Iranian forces launching retaliatory missiles toward Israel, as President Donald Trump pressed reluctant allies to help secure the vital Strait of Hormuz amid soaring oil…

Radio France Internationale

France holds back warships as Trump urges allies to secure Strait of Hormuz

France has said it will not send naval vessels to the Strait of Hormuz after US President Donald Trump called on countries reliant on oil from the Gulf to help secure the shipping lane that has been blocked since the start of the US and Israeli attacks on Iran. France…

The Times of India

'We'll remember': Trump asks 7 countries to send warships to police Strait of Hormuz

President Trump is demanding approximately seven countries send warships to secure the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing their reliance on Middle Eastern oil. He stated the US has significantly degraded Iran's military capabilities, including air defense and manufacturing. Iran's Foreign Minister indicated passage is a military matter and sees no reason…

The Times of India

Trump plans global coalition to escort ships in Strait of Hormuz amid Iran tensions: Report

President Trump is preparing to announce an international coalition to escort commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating tensions with Iran. The US Navy will support ships navigating the strategic waterway, which Iran has threatened to restrict. This move aims to ensure the safe passage of oil, with…

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The Times of India

Strait of Hormuz open? Iran FM says key oil route closed only to 'enemies'

Iran's foreign minister stated the Strait of Hormuz remains open to all nations except the US and Israel, following US airstrikes. He asserted that while many ships avoid the passage due to security concerns, this is not Iran's doing. Meanwhile, former President Trump urged global powers to send warships to…

The Times of India

'Must take care': Trump urges nations to send warships to Strait of Hormuz as conflict with Iran intensifies

Former US President Donald Trump urged global nations to deploy warships to secure the Strait of Hormuz amidst Iranian retaliation. He stated the US would assist in coordinating efforts to ensure smooth passage for oil shipments. Trump also indicated the US would take strong action against Iranian vessels.

Axios

Trump claims international coalition to send war ships to reopen strait of Hormuz

U.S., Israeli and Western officials say the situation at the strait has been the key concern for the Trump administration in recent days.

International Business Times UK

Trump Reduced to Begging China, the UK, and Allies He Once Scorned to Send Warships as Hormuz Crisis Spirals

Trump publicly urged China, the UK, France and other allies he once alienated to send warships to the Strait of Hormuz as Iran's blockade chokes global oil supplies.

The Independent UK

Trump calls on allies to help get Strait of Hormuz ‘OPEN, SAFE, and FREE’

President Donald Trump has warned that the U.S. will continue to “bomb the hell out of the shoreline” of Iran to break the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. The Strait, a crucial shipping route for one-fifth of the world's oil and liquefied gas, is reportedly under the “complete control”…

The Guardian - UK

Trump calls on UK to send warships to keep strait of Hormuz open

US president urges nations to deploy vessels to keep key oil shipping route open amid conflict with Iran

The Times of India

Iran considers allowing oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz - but there is a condition

Iran is considering allowing a limited number of oil tankers to pass through the strategic Strait of Hormuz, provided that the oil cargo is traded in Chinese yuan, CNN reported quoting an Iranian official.

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