New Delhi, June 5: US President Donald Trump stated on Thursday that the United States does not require military assistance from European allies to ensure safe passage for ships in the Hormuz Strait. He emphasized that this crucial maritime route will reopen and remain secure.
During a press briefing at the White House, Trump addressed various topics, including Iran, maritime security, and global energy supply. When questioned about the potential involvement of European nations in securing the Hormuz Strait, he asserted, “We do not need their help. We have the most powerful military in the world.”
Trump mentioned that the US had offered allied nations the opportunity to participate in these efforts. “We approached NATO countries and spoke to others, but they declined,” he added. He warned that this decision could prove costly for those nations, as they heavily rely on energy supplies from the Gulf region.
He noted, “We have more oil and energy resources than we need, but many other countries still depend on energy supplies from the Gulf.”
Trump linked the future of the Hormuz Strait to ongoing negotiations with Iran, stating, “The most critical part of the agreement is that Iran must not possess nuclear weapons.”
Later, he confirmed that the US has already taken steps to enhance maritime security in the region. “We have largely neutralized maritime mines. We possess the world’s most advanced mine sweepers,” he stated.
The Hormuz Strait is one of the most vital energy routes globally, connecting the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea. A significant portion of the world’s crude oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) trade passes through this narrow maritime passage daily.
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