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UK to Lead Hormuz Mine-Clearing Mission, Rejects US Offensive

7/26/2026

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Defence Secretary Wes Streeting said Britain will not be intimidated by Iran, will not join any offensive U.S. action in Iran, and will respond to any Iranian attacks on the UK or allies.
He announced the UK will lead a naval mission to clear mines in the Strait of Hormuz as energy prices rise.
He will meet U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth next week to discuss ways to unite countries.

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Defence Secretary Wes Streeting said Britain will not be intimidated by Iran, will not join any offensive U.S. action in Iran, and will respond to any Iranian attacks on the UK or allies.
He announced the UK will lead a naval mission to clear mines in the Strait of Hormuz as energy prices rise.
He will meet U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth next week to discuss ways to unite countries.