UK convenes global summit on Strait of Hormuz crisis

The UK is leading a coalition of over 40 countries, including European and Gulf states, to address the closure of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran, which threatens global oil supplies and economic security. Leaders emphasize restoring freedom of navigation and international coordination, though immediate military intervention appears limited. https://www.thenationalnews.com/news/uk/2026/04/02/what-to-expect-from-the-uk-conference-on-hormuz-strait/