Summary
French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer held talks with about 40 countries to discuss ways to keep the Strait of Hormuz safe. The strait faces blockades from both Iran and the US, causing a major disruption in oil prices.
Key Facts
- The meeting was chaired by France and the UK.
- Around 40 countries described as “non-belligerent” (not fighting) joined the talks.
- The focus was on defensive and diplomatic solutions to secure the Strait of Hormuz.
- The Strait of Hormuz is a crucial waterway for global oil shipments.
- Iran has imposed a blockade on the strait, with the US responding with its own blockade.
- The blockades have caused the biggest shock to oil prices in history.
- Many participants joined the meeting by video conference.
- The talks aim to reduce the conflict’s impact on countries not involved in the fighting.
