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Trump Criticizes NATO; Iraq Declares Oilfield Force Majeure

3/21/2026

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On March 20, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump criticized NATO for not securing the Strait of Hormuz and signaled a wind-down of military aims, degrading Iran's capabilities.
He urged other nations to guard the Strait of Hormuz, vital for oil and gas.
Iraq declared force majeure on foreign-operated oilfields due to disruptions through the Strait.
US-led Partnership for Indo-Pacific Industrial Resilience announced plans to boost missile production in Asia.

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On March 20, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump criticized NATO for not securing the Strait of Hormuz and signaled a wind-down of military aims, degrading Iran's capabilities.
He urged other nations to guard the Strait of Hormuz, vital for oil and gas.
Iraq declared force majeure on foreign-operated oilfields due to disruptions through the Strait.
US-led Partnership for Indo-Pacific Industrial Resilience announced plans to boost missile production in Asia.