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Trump Calls Allies to Guard Hormuz Amid Rising Oil Prices

3/14/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump announced several countries will send warships to the Strait of Hormuz.
Nations affected by Iran's actions—China, France, Japan, South Korea, and the United Kingdom—will join.
Trump said the United States has destroyed Iran's military capabilities but drones and missiles remain threats.
Iranian officials denied defeat and maintained control of the Strait, and the situation is boosting global oil prices.

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U.S. President Donald Trump announced several countries will send warships to the Strait of Hormuz.
Nations affected by Iran's actions—China, France, Japan, South Korea, and the United Kingdom—will join.
Trump said the United States has destroyed Iran's military capabilities but drones and missiles remain threats.
Iranian officials denied defeat and maintained control of the Strait, and the situation is boosting global oil prices.