US Eyes Quick Fix for Hormuz Blockage

The United States plans to reopen the Strait of Hormuz soon, President Trump said on Friday. He did not give details but warned that the move will be difficult. Trump also mentioned help from other nations, though he did not name them. He said that “other countries use the strait … and they’ll help out. ” The blockage began when Iran seized control of the waterway at the start of its conflict with the West. The strait carries about 20 % of global oil and gas shipments, so its closure has shocked energy markets worldwide.NATO officials have been urged by Trump to make concrete promises to secure the strait within days. The U. S. and Israel struck Iran on February 28, sparking retaliatory attacks on Israeli and U. S. bases in the Gulf. These hostilities have caused massive casualties and forced millions to flee their homes. Oil prices spiked, unsettling global economies. After a fragile ceasefire was announced on Tuesday, traffic through the strait remains stalled. Trump’s comments signal a push to lift the blockade, but success will require coordination and perseverance.