European officials, led by France and Britain, are advancing plans to secure the
Strait of Hormuz after the Iran war. Discussions involve sending frigates to
escort oil tankers, using air-defense batteries to intercept Iranian drones and
missiles, and showingcasing military power to reassure shipping companies. Over 35
countries, including non-NATO members like Japan and Australia, are involved in
the plan, which aims to keep the critical sea lanes open. Trump has urged NATO
nations to act, though he remains dissatisfied with their current contributions.
