Trump to countries suffering from fuel shortages: Go to the Strait of Hormuz and get the oil for yourself
US President Donald Trump said his country won’t continue to support the protection of British oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, calling on London to rely on itself to secure its oil supplies.
Trump’s comments came as the US-Israeli war on Iran continues, which has disrupted navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important waterways for transporting oil and liquefied natural gas.
“Go to the Strait of Hormuz and get the oil yourself,” Trump said, suggesting that the United States wouldn’t bear the responsibility of protecting British interests in the region.
The remarks come in the context of rising tensions between Washington and London, after Britain announced that it wouldn’t participate directly in military operations against Iran, despite its support for its allies in the region.
The Strait of Hormuz is a vital artery for global trade, passing through about 20% of the world’s oil supply.
Iran had earlier announced the imposition of its sovereignty and authority over the strait, in an escalatory move that provoked angry international reactions.
