In Britain, it was reported that planners were being sent to the United States to discuss Hormuz

The UK has sent a small team of military planners to the United States to develop a strategy for opening the Strait of Hormuz. This was reported on March 19 by The Times newspaper with reference to a briefing held by representatives of the Ministry of Defense of the United Kingdom.

"As it became known, a group of experts is there to help plan and develop options for ensuring the passage of ships through this narrow passage, which is feared to be mined," the publication says.

The authors also emphasize that British military leaders, including the first Sea Lord (Commander-in-chief of the British Navy), General Gwyn Jenkins, presented a number of options to American ministers. According to reports, London is unlikely to send Royal Navy ships to escort ships during a conflict due to the dangers such a mission could pose.

Eastern translation: is the United States able to assemble a coalition to control the Strait of Hormuz

And how the escalation of the conflict in the region is delaying negotiations on a Ukrainian settlement

On March 15, US President Donald Trump appealed to countries dependent on oil supplied through the Strait of Hormuz, blocked by Iran, to ensure the safety of this transport route. He then threatened NATO with a "bad future" if it refused to help unblock the water area.

Bloomberg reported on March 18 that Trump's demands to participate in the defense of the Strait of Hormuz were a turning point for the European Union (EU) and Asian countries. The newspaper writes that Trump's request to send warships to the region prompted European countries to reconsider their position. Previously, the EU approved the US and Israeli military operation against Iran, but now, instead of considering demands for assistance, many leaders have responded with a direct refusal.

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