In a phone call.. Starmer and Trump stress the importance of reopening the Strait of Hormuz

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In a phone call.. Starmer and Trump stress the importance of reopening the Strait of Hormuz

Discuss British Prime Minister Kerr Starmer with the US President Donald Trump "The importance of reopening Strait of Hormuz" Which Iran is currently closing almost completely in light of the American-Israeli attack on it.
The two officials discussed "The current situation in the Middle East and the importance of reopening the Strait of Hormuz in order to end the disruptions in global maritime navigation that are causing rising costs around the world."according to a Downing Street spokeswoman.
The call came after urging US President on Saturday states that depend on oil transported through the Strait of Hormuz to ensure its security in coordination with the United States.
Starmer offered his condolences to Trump for "American soldiers who died" Since the start of the war, they numbered 13.

Paralysis of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz

A study conducted by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) warned that disruptions to navigation through Daily ship traffic through the strait, which averaged 129 vessels during the period from February 1 to 27, has almost stopped amid escalating military tensions, while the price of Brent crude oil has surpassed $100 a barrel, exacerbating concerns about inflationary pressures in multiple sectors.