USA mobilizes international coalition for Strait of Hormuz
The US government under President Trump launches a diplomatic initiative called the "Maritime Freedom Construct" to restore freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. The initiative aims to form an international alliance after trade flows in the region have been severely disrupted. As a result of these disruptions, crude oil prices have risen to their highest levels in over four years, reflecting concerns about long-term disruptions to global energy supply.