STRAIT OF HORMUZ TENSIONS

Última hora del ataque de Estados Unidos e Israel contra Irán, en directo | Trump, sobre la negativa de sus aliados a sumarse a su ofensiva en Ormuz: “¡No necesitamos la ayuda de nadie!”

3/17/2026, 6:31:41 PM

The US-Israel military offensive against Iran continues to escalate, with Trump dismissing allied reluctance to join operations in the Strait of Hormuz by declaring "We don't need anyone's help!" Meanwhile, Israel claims to have killed Ali Larijani, Iran's security chief, as well as the head of the Basij paramilitary force — a killing confirmed by Iranian state media. Adding to the turmoil, the director of the US National Counterterrorism Center has resigned, stating that "Iran did not pose an imminent threat."

トランプ氏 ホルムズ海峡船舶護衛 “支援は不要” NATOを批判

3/17/2026, 5:16:21 PM

President Trump told reporters at the White House on the 17th that the US needs "absolutely no support" from allies to escort tankers through the Strait of Hormuz. He went further, criticising NATO as having made "an extremely foolish mistake," and saying the situation had been "a good test" of whether the alliance would act in America's interest. The remarks signal deepening frustration with NATO over burden-sharing amid the ongoing Gulf maritime crisis.

Détroit d'Ormuz : Emmanuel Macron rejette la demande de Donald Trump

3/17/2026, 4:56:18 PM

French President Emmanuel Macron has firmly ruled out French participation in military operations to secure the Strait of Hormuz, saying the current climate of active bombardment makes such involvement impossible. He left open the possibility of France contributing to naval escort missions once the situation stabilises. The rebuff aligns France with the UK and Germany, all of whom have resisted American pressure to join the effort.

What have US allies and China said about sending ships to the Strait of Hormuz?

3/17/2026, 4:35:29 PM

US allies have largely pushed back or remained noncommittal in response to President Trump's request to send naval vessels to the Strait of Hormuz, the critical oil shipping lane at the centre of regional tensions. Countries have cited varying concerns — from constitutional constraints to diplomatic calculations — in explaining their reluctance. China, meanwhile, has also declined to engage, signalling that a unified multilateral naval presence in the strait remains elusive.

טראמפ נגד חברות נאט"ו: "הודיעו לנו שלא ישתתפו במבצע נגד איראן. לא צריך אותן!"

3/17/2026, 3:43:22 PM

President Trump publicly attacked NATO allies who informed the US they would not participate in military operations against Iran, including efforts to protect shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. He accused them of always expecting American protection while offering nothing in return. Trump added that given US military success, Washington no longer needs or wants allied assistance.

واشنطن بوست: هذا هو الحل الوحيد لأزمة مضيق هرمز

3/17/2026, 3:15:31 PM

Growing voices within the United States are pushing back against the continuation of the war on Iran, with politicians and analysts urging the Trump administration to declare victory and withdraw in order to resolve the Strait of Hormuz crisis. According to the Washington Post, an exit strategy built around a triumphalist declaration is emerging as the only viable off-ramp. The debate reflects deepening anxiety in Washington over the strategic and economic costs of the ongoing conflict.

茂木外相 イラン外相と電話会談 船舶の安全確保 対応求める

3/17/2026, 2:58:10 PM

Japanese Foreign Minister Motegi held a telephone call with Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi on the evening of the 17th, strongly urging Iran to immediately cease actions threatening safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. Motegi also called on Tehran to ensure the safety and release of all detained vessels, including Japanese-affiliated ships. The call underscores Tokyo's growing concern over the security of a critical maritime route for Japan's energy supplies.

جزيرة قشم الإيرانية.. لماذا أصبحت هدفا أمريكيا محتملا في معركة هرمز؟

3/17/2026, 12:22:27 PM

Iran's Qeshm Island, located at the mouth of the Strait of Hormuz, gives Tehran direct capability to monitor and threaten maritime traffic through missiles, fast boats and heavily fortified military infrastructure. Analysts say this makes it a prime candidate for US strikes in any operation aimed at securing the strait and neutralising Iran's offensive arsenal. Its strategic position effectively turns Qeshm into a chokepoint within a chokepoint, central to both Iranian deterrence and American war planning.

【詳しく】ホルムズ海峡への艦船派遣 各国の対応分かれる

3/16/2026, 10:56:08 PM

US President Trump has asked multiple countries to send warships to the Strait of Hormuz to ensure freedom of navigation. UK Prime Minister Starmer said he is consulting allies on a workable plan, while German Chancellor Merz flatly refused to join any military operation to secure the waterway by force. The diverging responses highlight growing divisions among Western allies over how to respond to threats in the strategically vital strait.

האתגר של טראמפ: לפתוח את מצר הורמוז לפני פגיעה אנושה בכלכלה העולמית

3/16/2026, 10:53:08 PM

Iran is imposing a selective blockade on the Strait of Hormuz, throttling energy routes to major European and Asian economies and shaking global markets. Trump is pressing NATO allies to form an escort coalition for oil convoys, but they fear being dragged into a war the US initiated — while Putin stands as the primary beneficiary of soaring oil prices. Israel is providing intelligence for all options under consideration, and the Pentagon is reportedly preparing a plan to seize Iran's Kharg Island oil terminal.

Non, l'Europe ne dépend pas du détroit d'Ormuz pour ses importations de pétrole

3/16/2026, 10:13:18 PM

Donald Trump has called on the international community to help secure the Strait of Hormuz, arguing that countries benefiting from it should share the burden — singling out Europe and China. However, while Asian nations are indeed heavily dependent on Middle Eastern oil transiting the strait — Japan sourcing 95% of its oil from the region and China buying 80% of Iran's exports — European countries tell a different story. Europe sources the bulk of its oil from the United States and Norway, making it largely insulated from any disruption at Hormuz.

Última hora del ataque de Estados Unidos e Israel contra Irán, en directo | Líbano supera la barrera del millón de desplazados forzosos por la ofensiva israelí

3/16/2026, 10:07:33 PM

The United States and Israel have launched joint military strikes against Iran, triggering a major regional crisis. In Lebanon, the number of people forcibly displaced by the Israeli offensive has exceeded one million. A drone struck the EU mission headquarters in Baghdad without causing casualties, while Brussels rebuffed a US request for involvement in the Strait of Hormuz, declaring it "not Europe's war."

How the world’s reacting to Trump’s call to patrol the Hormuz Strait

3/16/2026, 8:40:45 PM

US President Donald Trump has called on nations to send warships to patrol the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil transit route, amid rising tensions with Iran. The appeal has largely been met with silence from the international community, with few governments publicly endorsing or responding to the proposal. The muted reaction underscores the reluctance of US allies and other powers to be drawn into a potential confrontation in the Gulf.

政府 艦船派遣期待で関係国に連絡し対応検討 日米首脳会談前に

3/16/2026, 8:12:51 PM

Ahead of a Japan-US summit, the Japanese government is consulting with allies including the UK and France on whether to dispatch naval vessels to the Strait of Hormuz, following calls from US President Trump for countries to contribute ships. Tokyo is carefully weighing its options, balancing diplomatic commitments with constitutional and strategic considerations. The deliberations reflect growing international pressure to secure the critical waterway amid heightened regional tensions.

Trump Seeks To Reopen Strait Of Hormuz Amid Iran War

3/16/2026, 7:42:11 PM

President Donald Trump has called on approximately seven nations to deploy warships to the Strait of Hormuz as Iranian strikes continued to target Gulf states. The escalating military activity threatens one of the world's most critical oil transit chokepoints. Trump's demand underscores the growing urgency to maintain freedom of navigation amid the widening conflict with Iran.

توبيخ للناتو وتأجيل زيارة الصين ووعيد بحسم الحرب.. أبرز تصريحات ترمب الليلة

3/16/2026, 7:34:55 PM

President Trump launched a sharp public rebuke of NATO allies, accusing them of failing to secure navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. He also announced the postponement of his planned visit to China, while boasting that he could bring the war against Iran to a decisive end within a week.

イラン元司令官 海峡へ派遣で“日本艦船は危険にさらされる”

3/16/2026, 7:29:25 PM

A former commander of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps warned that Japanese ships would be put in danger if they were deployed to the Strait of Hormuz, following reports that US President Trump has urged Japan and other nations to send vessels there. The ex-commander called on Japan to stay out of the dispute and avoid military involvement in the region. The warning signals Iran's intent to deter US allies from participating in any multinational naval presence near the strategically vital waterway.

Trump Pushes For 'Enthusiasm' From US Allies To Secure Strait of Hormuz

3/16/2026, 6:21:23 PM

President Trump publicly criticized US allies on Monday for their lukewarm response to his appeal for joint efforts to protect shipping in the Strait of Hormuz amid the ongoing US war against Iran. Trump called for greater "enthusiasm" from partner nations to secure the critical waterway through which a significant share of global oil supply flows. The remarks underscore deepening tensions within the Western alliance over burden-sharing in the Gulf conflict.

Europa rechaza las amenazas de Trump para forzar su ayuda en el estrecho de Ormuz: “No es nuestra guerra”

3/16/2026, 6:04:00 PM

European allies are rejecting Donald Trump's pressure to join military efforts to keep the Strait of Hormuz open, with officials insisting the conflict is not their war. Trump has continued to push allies, claiming some countries have privately committed to helping secure the vital oil transit route, though he declined to name them. The standoff highlights growing transatlantic tensions over burden-sharing in the escalating Middle East conflict involving Iran.

بين هجمات إيران ومخططات إسرائيل.. كيف تحافظ دول الخليج على أمنها؟

3/16/2026, 5:51:51 PM

Two regional experts analyse how Gulf states are responding to Iranian attacks and the escalating tensions in the Middle East. They examine the security strategies available to Gulf countries as they navigate the crossfire between Iran and Israel. The analysis highlights the delicate balancing act Gulf nations must perform to protect their stability amid growing regional volatility.

Centre Trashes Reports Linking Release Of Tankers To Hormuz Access: Report

3/16/2026, 5:32:51 PM

The Indian government has dismissed reports claiming that Tehran is seeking the release of three oil tankers seized by India in exchange for guaranteeing safe passage to Indian-flagged vessels through the Strait of Hormuz. New Delhi firmly denied any such quid pro quo arrangement with Iran, calling the reports inaccurate. The denial comes amid heightened tensions in the Gulf region affecting maritime navigation and energy security.

טראמפ: "היום נפציץ אזור שקשור למצר הורמוז. ישראל לא תשתמש בגרעין שלה נגד איראן"

3/16/2026, 4:43:01 PM

President Trump announced that the US would strike a target linked to the Strait of Hormuz and stated that Israel would not use nuclear weapons against Iran. He called on Western nations to help secure shipping through the strategically vital strait, expressing frustration that allies the US has protected for 40 years are reluctant to assist. Trump also claimed that Iranians want to reach a deal, dismissing their remaining leverage as "the worst kind of AI," pointing to AI-generated imagery showing buildings burning in Tel Aviv.

בכירים בישראל נגד "רפיסות" אירופה מול איראן: "צרפת ובריטניה - סמרטוטי רצפה"

3/16/2026, 2:51:35 PM

Senior Israeli officials in Jerusalem have sharply criticised European powers — particularly France and the UK — for refusing to defend shipping lanes through the Strait of Hormuz and for failing to adequately support the US-Israel war effort against Iran. Officials accused the Europeans of "hypocrisy" and said they had squandered a historic opportunity, calling Macron and Starmer's governments "doormats." Germany's Chancellor Merz was among the few European leaders to receive any praise from Jerusalem.

India comments on Strait of Hormuz talks with Iran

3/16/2026, 6:55:41 AM

Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar has clarified that there is no "blanket arrangement" with Iran guaranteeing safe transit for Indian-flagged ships through the Strait of Hormuz. His comments come amid heightened tensions in the Gulf region affecting maritime navigation. India is seeking to protect its shipping interests while managing its diplomatic relationship with Tehran.

Securing Strait of Hormuz should be ‘a team effort’ – Trump

3/15/2026, 12:49:46 PM

US President Donald Trump has called on China, Japan and other nations to jointly take responsibility for securing the Strait of Hormuz, describing it as a "team effort." The appeal underscores Washington's desire to share the burden of protecting the critical maritime chokepoint through which a significant share of the world's oil passes. The statement comes amid heightened tensions in the region linked to the ongoing conflict with Iran.

No peace until US moves out of Persian Gulf – senior Iranian official

3/15/2026, 5:35:22 AM

Senior Iranian official Major General Mohsen Rezaee has declared that Iran will not consider the war with the United States over until Washington withdraws its forces from the Persian Gulf. The statement signals Tehran's hardline stance amid the ongoing military conflict, making any prospect of peace contingent on a fundamental shift in US regional military posture.

Trump criticizes allies who declined his calls to help secure Strait of Hormuz

3/14/2026, 9:45:58 PM

President Trump has publicly criticized allied nations that declined his requests to contribute to securing the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating tensions in the region. The standoff is already hitting American consumers hard, with US gas prices reaching their highest level since October 2023 and diesel approaching $5 a gallon. The dispute highlights deepening fractures in Western alliances over burden-sharing in the ongoing US-Israel conflict with Iran.

Trump demands China, other nations deploy warships to Strait of Hormuz (PHOTOS, VIDEOS)

3/13/2026, 8:55:34 PM

Now in its third week, the US-Israeli military campaign against Iran continues with long-range strikes and escalating rhetoric on both sides. President Trump has called on China and other nations to deploy warships to the Strait of Hormuz amid rising regional tensions. The demand underscores the conflict's growing global dimensions and threat to critical maritime energy corridors.

Iranian envoy signals safe passage for Indian ships through Strait of Hormuz

3/13/2026, 3:22:07 PM

Iran's ambassador to India has confirmed that Indian ships will have safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, citing the two countries' strong bilateral ties. The assurance comes amid heightened regional tensions and concerns about potential disruptions to the critical oil transit chokepoint. Tehran framed the guarantee as a reflection of its longstanding friendship with New Delhi.