White House to announce coalition to protect the Strait of Hormuz - WSJ
After US President Donald Trump called on allies to help secure the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, the Wall Street Journal reported that the White House is planning to announce that multiple countries have agreed to form a coalition to escort ships through the corridor.
US President Trump shared on Truth Social over the weekend:
Many Countries, especially those who are affected by Iran’s attempted closure of the Hormuz Strait, will be sending War Ships, in conjunction with the United States of America, to keep the Strait open and safe.” Trump “hoped” China, France, Japan, South Korea, the UK, and other affected countries will send their navy to the area, but found little enthusiasm among his counterparts, with most world leaders adopting a cautious stance.”
Nevertheless, the WSJ also reported that discussions continue, particularly on whether those operations would begin before or after hostilities end.
Meanwhile, Iran media operations center warned residents in Dubai and Doha of possible attacks in the coming hours, claiming US military personnel hides in those location, according to Iran Press TV.
