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Trump Weighs Military Action as Allies Hesitate on Hormuz

3/22/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump urged American allies to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz after Iran closed it.
Trump is contemplating military action to secure the Strait of Hormuz, which could extend the conflict significantly.
Germany, Spain, and Italy declined to send ships for the mission.
Japan is considering sending warships to escort oil tankers.
The U.S. military has targeted Iranian missile sites near the Strait of Hormuz.

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U.S. President Donald Trump urged American allies to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz after Iran closed it.
Trump is contemplating military action to secure the Strait of Hormuz, which could extend the conflict significantly.
Germany, Spain, and Italy declined to send ships for the mission.
Japan is considering sending warships to escort oil tankers.
The U.S. military has targeted Iranian missile sites near the Strait of Hormuz.