Buy US oil or protect Hormuz yourselves: Trump to oil-dependent nations
US President Donald Trump has told countries reliant on Middle Eastern oil to take responsibility for securing the Strait of Hormuz, blaming Iran for disruptions to global energy supplies. Trump warned that Iran's actions had heightened risks to energy flows and said the US would no longer bear the burden of securing key maritime routes alone.
US President Donald Trump has said countries reliant on Middle Eastern oil must secure the Strait of Hormuz themselves. Trump blamed Iran for disruptions to global energy supplies and rising fuel prices. He urged oil-dependent nations to either buy American oil or take direct responsibility for protecting shipping lanes. Iran has denied Trump's allegations, calling them baseless and politically motivated. The Strait of Hormuz remains a critical route for global crude shipments. Global oil markets have reacted sharply, with prices climbing above $100 a barrel amid fears of prolonged supply constraints.
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