S. allies would not be able to do much to get ship traffic moving in the Strait of Hormuz. S.
capability is limited. " The reports describe ships waiting off the coast of the United Arab Emirates that do not dare to sail through the strait. S.
I mean that you can make it fairly safe but not completely.
President Donald Trump's warning that it would be "very bad" for NATO's future if allies do not help open the Strait of Hormuz has reportedly been met with strong skepticism around the world. Haldén reportedly says this says more about Trump than about the strait. According to Haldén, the European allies cannot provide much practical help, though in the long term, European countries could contribute with mine clearance and escort services.
S. itself has the major military resources. S.
Somali pirates are one thing. Iran's Revolutionary Guard navy is an opponent on a completely different level.
" He reportedly says that comparing the situation to previous anti-piracy actions in the Red Sea is not valid, stating, "Somali pirates are one thing. " Haldén reportedly does not believe rhetoric from Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth urging oil tanker captains to "show some guts" will work, stating no captain will take that bait with a tanker worth millions.
a reflection of how Trump relates to the world.
no captain will take that bait with a tanker worth millions.