United States President Donald Trump has called on several major countries to deploy warships to help keep the vital Strait of Hormuz open following threats by Iran to restrict access to the strategic shipping route.
In a post on his Truth Social platform on Saturday, the U.S. president said countries heavily affected by any disruption in the waterway would work with the United States to ensure safe passage for ships.
Trump said nations whose economies rely on the route could join the effort, mentioning China, France, Japan, South Korea and the United Kingdom among those he hoped would deploy naval forces to the region.
It could be recalled that DDM reported that the Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most important maritime corridors, carrying a significant portion of global oil shipments from the Gulf to international markets.
Any disruption in the narrow waterway could have serious consequences for global energy supplies and international trade.
Trump said countries affected by Iran’s attempt to restrict the route would likely contribute naval vessels to ensure the strait remains open.
However, he did not confirm which nations had formally agreed to join the proposed operation, and there was no immediate confirmation from the governments mentioned.
The U.S. president also warned that despite what he described as heavy damage inflicted on Iran’s military capabilities, Tehran could still threaten ships in the area.
He said Iran might attempt to disrupt traffic using drones, sea mines or short-range missiles along the waterway.
Trump added that the United States would continue military operations in the region to guarantee security in the strait.
Earlier in the week, Iranian officials declared that they would not allow “a single litre of oil” to pass through the Strait of Hormuz for the benefit of the United States, Israel and their allies.
The situation has raised fears that the confrontation could disrupt global shipping routes and push oil prices higher if the strait becomes unsafe for commercial vessels.
