NATO Allies Reject U.S. Plan to Blockade Strait of Hormuz
NATO member countries, including Britain and France, have rejected a U.S. plan to blockade the Strait of Hormuz, calling instead for diplomatic solutions and a potential multinational mission to secure safe passage for commercial ships.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the United States intends to block maritime traffic to and from Iranian ports after failed talks with Iran. U.S. officials clarified that the proposed blockade would target only ships bound to or from Iranian ports, sparing other strait traffic.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated that the United Kingdom will not support the blockade, despite pressure from Washington. French President Emmanuel Macron announced that France and Britain will convene a conference to organize a multinational defensive mission aimed at restoring navigation freedom in the strait.
Diplomatic sources said the proposed mission could involve around 30 countries, including European nations, Gulf states and India, focused on escorting commercial vessels without direct conflict involvement.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte indicated that the alliance could participate if an agreement is reached, with some member countries requiring guarantees for a ceasefire and enhanced ship security.
Iran has restricted access to the Strait of Hormuz since late February, when regional conflict escalated.
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