Trump Calls On Global Navies To Secure Strait Of Hormuz Shipping Route

Trump Calls on Global Navies To Secure Strait of Hormuz shipping RoutetrumpUS President Donald Trump on Saturday called on major global powers to help safeguard the strategic Strait of Hormuz, warning that tensions with Iran threate

In a message posted on social media, Trump said several countries could deploy naval vessels alongside the United States to maintain safe passage through the crucial waterway.

He noted that nations dependent on the route for energy imports should contribute to keeping it open.

The US President claimed that American military action had already severely weakened Iran’s military capabilities.

However, he cautioned that Iran could still deploy drones, sea mines or short-range missiles to disrupt shipping in the narrow passage.

Trump urged key economies and allies to participate in securing the route.

He specifically mentioned China, France, Japan, South Korea and the United Kingdom as nations with significant stakes in the waterway’s stability.

He warned that the United States would continue strong military operations to prevent any attempt to threaten commercial shipping.

Trump also emphasised that Washington would take decisive measures to guarantee the security of maritime routes in the Gulf region.

The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world’s most vital maritime chokepoints.

A substantial share of global oil and natural gas shipments travels through this narrow corridor connecting the Persian Gulf to international waters.

Any disruption in the passage can rapidly drive global energy prices higher and unsettle international markets.

The route is particularly crucial for energy-dependent Asian economies, including India, Japan, South Korea and China.

Recent tensions intensified after Iran reportedly blocked sections of the route following a US strike.