Israeli media report that the United States and the United Kingdom are exploring the establishment of an international naval force to protect navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, according to ynet. The proposal comes amid ongoing tensions over the strategically vital waterway.
The United States and the United Kingdom are reportedly examining the establishment of an international naval force to secure freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, according to a report by Israeli news outlet ynet. The proposal signals a potential escalation of international involvement in the waterway, which has seen heightened tensions since the IRGC closed the strait earlier this month.
As The Zioneer has reported, the Strait of Hormuz crisis deepened following Iran's rejection of Omani-mediated proposals and the US re-imposition of sanctions and a naval blockade. The IRGC struck a vessel on July 12 claiming it used an 'unauthorized route,' and closed the strait to commercial traffic. Gulf states and the EU condemned attacks attributed to Iran, and earlier efforts to form a multinational mission were floated by the UK and France.
The new report suggests the US and UK are now actively examining a joint force, though details on the scope and timeline remain unclear. The proposal has not been officially confirmed by either government.
2 developments
- StrongUK and France float multinational naval mission for Strait of Hormuz
- DevelopingUK, German naval flotilla heads to Strait of Hormuz for mine-clearing operation
- DevelopingEmirati channel claims regional countries, NATO to join US mission to defend Strait of Hormuz
- DevelopingUS says Trump will discuss NATO defense of Strait of Hormuz, leaders ready to join effort
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