Trump Pushes Gulf Allies to Reopen Strait of Hormuz as UAE Moves to Join Fight

Trump told reporters the responsibility for keeping the Strait of Hormuz open should belong to the countries that rely on it, not the U.S.

“UAE ‘willing to join’ fight, help US, allies force open Strait of Hormuz: Report The Gulf nation was actively exploring ways to assume a military role”

Hindustan Times

He expressed frustration with allies unwilling to do more to support the war effort.

Hindustan Times

The UAE is actively exploring ways to assume a military role.

The UAE is lobbying for a United Nations Security Council resolution to authorize action against Iran.

Diplomatic efforts are underway to form a coalition to reopen the Strait.

NBC4 Washington

Russia and China could block such a resolution.

Trump said the exit could take place within two to three weeks.

“The UAE is lobbying for a United Nations Security Council resolution that would authorise such action, the officials told WSJ”

The Economic Times

Iran does not have to make a deal for the U.S. to exit.

U.S. gas prices jumped past $4 a gallon.