More than 20 countries express willingness to assist efforts to restore safe passage through a key global shipping route.
By yourNEWS Media Newsroom
A coalition of more than 20 nations spanning Europe, Asia, and the Middle East has announced its readiness to assist in reopening the Strait of Hormuz following a series of attacks on commercial shipping attributed to Iran.
In a joint statement, countries including Australia, Bahrain, Canada, France, Germany, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United Arab Emirates condemned recent strikes targeting civilian vessels, as well as attacks on regional energy infrastructure.
“We express our deep concern about the escalating conflict. We call on Iran to cease immediately its threats, laying of mines, drone and missile attacks and other attempts to block the Strait to commercial shipping, and to comply with UN Security Council Resolution 2817,” the group said.
The nations emphasized that interference with maritime traffic poses broader risks beyond the region.
“Freedom of navigation is a fundamental principle of international law, including under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea. The effects of Iran’s actions will be felt by people in all parts of the world, especially the most vulnerable,” the statement continued.
The coalition further called for a halt to attacks on critical infrastructure.
“We emphasise that such interference with international shipping and the disruption of global energy supply chains constitute a threat to international peace and security. In this regard, we call for an immediate comprehensive moratorium on attacks on civilian infrastructure, including oil and gas installations.”
The participating countries also signaled a willingness to take action.
“We express our readiness to contribute to appropriate efforts to ensure safe passage through the Strait. We welcome the commitment of nations who are engaging in preparatory planning.”
The announcement was also highlighted in a widely shared post, reflecting international attention on the situation.
Despite reported damage to elements of Iran’s naval capabilities, commercial shipping traffic has remained limited due to ongoing concerns about potential attacks from coastal missile systems and naval mines.
U.S. Central Command commander Adm. Brad Cooper said Iranian capabilities in the region have been reduced. In remarks shared in a military update, he said U.S. forces continue targeting infrastructure linked to maritime threats.
“We not only took out the facility but also destroyed intelligence support sites and missile radar relays that were used to monitor ship movements,” Cooper said. “Iran’s ability to threaten freedom of navigation in and around the Strait of Hormuz is degraded as a result and we will not stop pursuing these targets.”
According to U.S. officials, recent operations included strikes using heavy munitions against underground coastal installations associated with missile systems and launch capabilities.
President Donald Trump also addressed the situation, noting in remarks covered in a public statement that allied nations reliant on energy shipments through the Strait could play a greater role in maintaining access.
He described securing the passage as a “simple military maneuver,” though he acknowledged that a significant number of vessels would be required to ensure safe transit.
The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world’s most critical maritime corridors, with roughly 20% of global oil and gas shipments passing through the narrow waterway. Efforts to restore full access are viewed as essential to stabilizing international energy markets and ensuring the continued flow of global trade.
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