Trump, Strait of Hormuz and Asia
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Iran, Hormuz and Japanese
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Iran’s de facto blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has sent the world to a global oil supply shock that is being dubbed as the worst in decades, as the Middle East conflict almost enters its fourth week.
South Korea collaborates with Iran to normalize shipping through the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing West Asia conflict.
Japan Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will be the first U.S. ally to visit the White House since President Trump asked for help in sending ships to patrol the Strait of Hormuz.
The Trump administration is considering plans to occupy or blockade Iran's Kharg Island to pressure Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, Axios reported on Friday, citing four sources with knowledge of the issue.