European nations, Japan to join ‘appropriate efforts’ to open Hormuz Strait
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Following strikes on Gulf energy facilities amidst the US-Israeli conflict with Iran in late March 2026, several European nations and Japan issued a joint statement expressing readiness to stabilize energy markets and ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. The statement, from leaders of Britain, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, and Japan, urged a moratorium on attacks on civilian infrastructure. This announcement follows the International Energy Agency's authorization of a strategic petroleum reserve release to counter rising global energy prices after Iran effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz in late February. While the specific efforts were not detailed, the nations pledged to work with producing nations to increase output. The statement was released before a White House meeting between President Trump and Japan's Prime Minister Takaichi, where energy security was expected to be discussed.
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