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Trump Pressures NATO on Strait Security Amid Rising Oil Prices

3/17/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump urged NATO allies to secure the Strait of Hormuz as oil prices rise amid the US-Israeli war on Iran.
European leaders, including German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul, reject military involvement, emphasizing need for clarity from United States and Israel.
Denmark remains open to navigation-security talks.
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas urged urgent action to address the strait's closure and its impact on oil prices.

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U.S. President Donald Trump urged NATO allies to secure the Strait of Hormuz as oil prices rise amid the US-Israeli war on Iran.
European leaders, including German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul, reject military involvement, emphasizing need for clarity from United States and Israel.
Denmark remains open to navigation-security talks.
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas urged urgent action to address the strait's closure and its impact on oil prices.