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World · 16 March 2026

Trump pressure on Starmer as Hormuz plan falters

Trump pressure on Starmer as Hormuz plan falters

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Worldwide energy markets continue to face turmoil, because international naval guarantees to provide safe navigation within the Strait of Hormuz have failed to materialize. US President Donald Trump criticised allies and Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who earlier angered Trump by refusing US offensive strikes from UK bases. Trump warned that NATO nations would encounter significant trouble should they fail to assist in policing the critical maritime pathway.

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