Seven US allies supported a potential coalition to reopen the strait of Hormuz—mostly to pacify President Trump. (Axios)
The UK, France, Germany, Italy, Canada, the Netherlands, and Japan said they’d help ensure safe passage for oil tankers and commercial ships through the strait, through which about 20% of the world’s oil flows.
Except: No country committed ships or other necessary resources. Most have previously opposed deploying naval vessels during the war.
The latest: The UK has sent officers to Florida to strategize a Strait of Hormuz coalition with the US military.