UK Working With Allies To Reopen Strait Of Hormuz, NATO Not Involved: PM

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said that any international effort to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid the ongoing West Asia conflict would not be carried out as a NATO mission. Starmer clarified that while the United Kingdom is working with allies on plans to ensure the safe passage of vessels through the vital oil route, the operation would remain outside the NATO framework.

Speaking to reporters, Starmer said, “Let me be clear, that won’t be and it’s never been envisioned to be a NATO mission.” He added that the UK’s primary focus remains the safety of its citizens in the region and preventing the conflict from widening further.

The Strait of Hormuz, a narrow maritime corridor connecting the Persian Gulf to global shipping lanes, is one of the world’s most critical energy supply routes. A significant share of global oil and gas shipments pass through the waterway, making disruptions there a major concern for international markets and energy security.

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Starmer also emphasised that the United Kingdom does not intend to be drawn into a broader regional war. Instead, London is coordinating with partner nations to maintain maritime security and stability while prioritising the protection of British nationals in the Middle East.

His remarks came after Donald Trump warned that NATO could face a “very bad” future if US allies fail to help reopen the crucial shipping route. Trump’s comments underscored rising international pressure to restore safe navigation through the strait as tensions in the region continue to escalate.

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