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Trump hits out at UK as Starmer seeks ‘viable’ plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said he wanted to work with allies on a ‘viable collective plan’ but Donald Trump said he was unhappy with the UK.

Evening Standard

Why is the Strait of Hormuz critical to Europe?

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz is affecting energy prices for industries and households, but the vital trade passage also accounts for a significant share of fertiliser shipments, threatening long-term food production. Euronews' explainer goes through the main issues affecting the Strait.

Euronews

'War is not a video game': France gauges response to the Middle East conflict

With French warships deployed from the Mediterranean to the Strait of Hormuz, former French general Dominique Trinquand speaks to RFI about what's at stake for France, Europe and the risk of conflict escalation in the Middle East.

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Ireland not involved in Strait of Hormuz security, Taoiseach says

Ireland will not be getting involved in securing the Strait of Hormuz, the Taoiseach has said.

Evening Standard

UK will not be drawn into ‘wider war’ in Middle East, says PM Keir Starmer; seeks allied plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz

Britain will not join a wider Middle East war, Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated, despite collaborating with allies on a plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. He emphasized restoring shipping flows and global market stability, ruling out a NATO mission. Starmer stressed the need for a collective, viable plan,…

The Times of India

Gulf crisis: Iran seeks return of 3 tankers seized by India in return for Hormuz safe passage, says report

Tehran has asked New Delhi for the release of three seized tanker ships in return for the safe passage of India-bound tankers through Strait of Hormuz amid the ongoing Gulf crisis triggered by US and Israel's attack on Iran, Reuters reported citing sources on Monday.

The Times of India

Thai sailors return home after ship was attacked in Strait of Hormuz

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Rescued Thai sailors return home after Strait of Hormuz attack

Three crew members of bulk carrier Mayuree Naree are still missing

The Independent UK

US-Israeli War on Iran Enters Third Week with Strikes on Hamadan, Calls for Strait of Hormuz Coalition

The U.S.-Israeli military campaign against Iran stretched into its third week Monday, March 16, 2026, with fresh airstrikes pounding the western city of Hamadan and Iranian forces launching retaliatory missiles toward Israel, as President Donald Trump pressed reluctant allies to help secure the vital Strait of Hormuz amid soaring oil…

International Business Times

Trump hints at delaying China summit and urges XI Jinping to intervene in Strait of Hormuz

A cancellation of the face-to-face meeting with the Chinese President could trigger substantial economic repercussions

The Independent UK

EU weighs action to keep Strait of Hormuz open

The European Union is weighing options to help keep the Strait of Hormuz open for global shipping

The Independent UK

How major countries are responding to Trump’s Strait of Hormuz calls

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The Independent UK

The Latest: Trump calls for help to reopen the Strait of Hormuz

President Donald Trump says that he has demanded about seven countries send warships to keep the Strait of Hormuz open, as Iranian strikes continued to rain down on Gulf countries

The Independent UK

Trump says he demanded 'about seven countries' to join coalition to police Iran's Strait of Hormuz

Trump says attacks on Iran could last several more weeks despite soaring energy costs. The US president says he is assembling a coalition to help police the Strait of Hormuz and escort stranded oil vessels out to address international energy supply crises caused by the war.

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The Independent UK

Iran-US war latest: US embassy in Iraq attacked while Trump lashes out after Nato rejects Strait of Hormuz demand

The US president said it is only appropriate that those who benefit from oil coming through the waterway help to free it

International Business Times UK

Gas Hits $3.70 a Gallon as Countries Ignore Trump's Strait of Hormuz Plea

Fuel prices reach £2.92 ($3.70) per gallon amid the Iran conflict as global powers ignore Donald Trump's urgent plea to secure the vital Strait of Hormuz.

Evening Standard

PM pledges cost of living help after resisting Trump’s call for warships

Sir Keir on Sunday did not answer calls from Mr Trump to deploy warships to secure the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil trade route in the Middle East.

The Independent UK

Trump’s UN ambassador declares ‘dominant victory’ in Iran — then says Pentagon could still send in US troops

Former Trump White House adviser can’t say if other countries have signed on to protect shipping traffic in Strait of Hormuz

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Kharg Island: Trump's mercy shot on Iran's oil lifeline could reshape the war

The US has conducted airstrikes on military installations on Iran's Kharg Island, a vital oil export hub, while largely sparing oil infrastructure. President Trump cited "reasons of decency" but warned of reconsideration if shipping through the Strait of Hormuz is threatened. The move highlights the island's strategic importance for Iran's…

The Independent UK

UK considers options to unblock Strait of Hormuz after Trump’s call to send warships

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Trump urges US allies to send warships to Strait of Hormuz as Iran vows to retaliate

Iran has warned people to evacuate three major ports in the United Arab Emirates, including the busiest in the Middle East, as its war with the U.S. and Israel enters its third week

The Independent UK

Trump says Iranian oil facility is ‘totally demolished’ but US may continue to bomb it ‘just for fun’

U.S. president has called on allies to send ships to the Strait of Hormuz to help keep the critical shipping channel open

The Independent UK

The Latest: Iran threatens UAE as Trump urges US allies to send warships to Strait of Hormuz

Iran has warned people to evacuate three major ports in the United Arab Emirates, including the busiest in the Middle East, as its war with the U.S. and Israel enters its third week

MyLifeXP

Why Govt Suddenly Stopped LPG Refills for PNG Homes

For many Indian families, a cooking gas cylinder is part of daily life. You book a refill, the delivery arrives, and the kitchen keeps running smoothly. But now, a new rule has quietly changed that routine. The government has announced that households with Piped Natural Gas connections can no longer…

The Independent UK

UK could send minehunter drones to Strait of Hormuz and is ‘intensively’ looking at options to unblock key route

Energy secretary Ed Miliband says there is ‘a range of things’ the UK could do to secure the route after Donald Trump urged allies to send warships to defend key shipping route

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