General · 31 March 2026

"Go Get Your Own Oil," Trump Tells UK

British households face energy bills rising nearly £300 a year as the Strait of Hormuz stays blocked. Trump told the UK to "buy from the U.S." or "build up some delayed courage, go to the Strait, and just TAKE IT," adding "the U.S.A. won't be there to help you anymore." Unleaded petrol hit 148.8p per litre on Monday - up 13% in under a month.

By BriefTea Editorial · 31 March 2026 at 13:26

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