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Trump Urges UK to Protect Hormuz Amid Rising Oil Prices

3/18/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump urged the United Kingdom to join efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and to send warships to protect shipping.
Sir Keir Starmer, the United Kingdom's Prime Minister, said the UK is coordinating with allies on a collective plan and avoiding escalation.
Concerns over rising oil prices and economic impacts are growing.
Trump remains optimistic that a swift Iran resolution could lead to a safer world.

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U.S. President Donald Trump urged the United Kingdom to join efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and to send warships to protect shipping.
Sir Keir Starmer, the United Kingdom's Prime Minister, said the UK is coordinating with allies on a collective plan and avoiding escalation.
Concerns over rising oil prices and economic impacts are growing.
Trump remains optimistic that a swift Iran resolution could lead to a safer world.