US Ready to Help Other Countries Guard Strait of Hormuz If Asked — Trump

US President Donald Trump said the United States is ready to assist other countries in guarding the Strait of Hormuz if asked. The statement highlights the administration's stance on maritime security in the Persian Gulf region, emphasizing that while the US has significant interests in the free flow of commerce through the strait, it seeks a collaborative approach with international partners. The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world's most important oil transit points, and security concerns there frequently impact global energy markets.