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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Starmer And Trump Discuss Reopening Strait Of Hormuz
Caption: Starmer And Trump Discuss Reopening Strait Of Hormuz. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has spoken with US President Donald Trump about the need to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, Downing Street has said. The key shipping route has been largely closed since the conflict between the US, Israel and Iran began two weeks ago, disrupting global trade and energy supplies. About 20% of the world’s oil normally passes through the narrow channel, making it one of the most critical routes for international shipping. UK Energy Secretary Ed Miliband said Britain was exploring all options to help reopen the waterway, including working with the US and other allies. Several vessels have reportedly been attacked while attempting to pass through the strait, raising concerns about safety in the region. A statement attributed to Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei said Tehran would continue blocking the route as pressure on the United States. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
Keywords: Current Affairs & Politics,UK Prime Minister,Keir Starmer,US President,Donald Trump,discuss,reopen,Strait of Hormuz,Downing Street,conflict,US,Israel,Iran,global trade,energy supplies,oil tankers,vessels,stuck
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