Trump to allies: Send warships to secure Strait of Hormuz

US President Donald Trump

Donald Trump on Saturday called on other countries to deploy naval vessels to help secure the Strait of Hormuz, a vital passage for global oil shipments that has been disrupted by tensions linked to the Middle East war.

The US president said several nations could join efforts alongside the United States to keep the waterway open for international shipping.

Posting on the social platform Truth Social, Trump wrote that “Many countries, especially those who are affected by Iran’s attempted closure of the Hormuz Strait, will be sending War Ships, in conjunction with the United States of America, to keep the Strait open and safe.”

He added that key global economies impacted by the disruption should contribute to the effort. Punch