Trump pressures UK and France to help secure Strait of Hormuz

Trump pressures UK and France to help secure Strait of Hormuz US President Donald Trump says he expects France and the United Kingdom to support efforts to secure the Strait of Hormuz. Speaking on Monday, Trump said he had raised the issue with French President Emmanuel Macron. He described Macron’s response as “not perfect” but added: “I think it will help.” Turning to Britain, Trump said: “I think they will get involved, they should get involved.”

Localisation: Beirut, Lebanon, Middle East
Source: Middle East Eye
Categorie: politics
Date: Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:27:32 +0000