Trump calls for naval coalition to open Strait of Hormuz: Can it work?

Al JazeeraCenterEN 6 min read 100% complete by Yashraj SharmaMarch 15, 2026 at 03:56 PM

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In March 2026, amid a US-Israeli war with Iran, President Trump called for a naval coalition to secure the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway for global oil shipments. Iran's actions have essentially closed the Strait of Hormuz, causing oil prices to surge past $100 per barrel. Trump urged countries like China, France, Japan, South Korea, and the UK to deploy warships, claiming Iran's military capabilities were decimated but acknowledging the potential for continued attacks. The call for a coalition comes as Trump faces domestic pressure regarding the war and concerns over reopening the Strait safely. The Strait of Hormuz connects the Gulf to the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea.

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Chris Murphy 40% China ×250% France ×250% Japan ×250% South Korea ×250% UK ×250% Mojtaba Khamenei 60% Israel ×270% United States ×380% Donald Trump ×690% Iran ×890% Strait of Hormuz ×9100%

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strait of hormuz 100% iran 90% naval coalition 80% oil shipments 70% united states 70% supply disruptions 60% war 60% oil prices 60% maritime artery 50% warships 40%