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World · 15 March 2026

Starmer and Trump hold call on reopening Strait of Hormuz as energy costs soar

Starmer and Trump hold call on reopening Strait of Hormuz as energy costs soar

Rising worldwide costs and energy prices are hitting people due to shipping disruption in the Strait of Hormuz, prompting government consideration for living expense aid. Sir Keir Starmer and Mr Trump held a Sunday call, discussing the Middle East situation and reopening the Strait. Starmer also shared condolences for American service personnel killed.

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