In a recent meeting, German security advisor Günter Sautter discussed European contributions to securing the Strait of Hormuz with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. This follows US President Donald Trump’s demands for NATO allies to assist in safeguarding the vital shipping route, which Iran has largely blocked. Concurrently, British Foreign Minister Yvette Cooper emphasized the urgent need to restore free navigation through the Strait, condemning Iran’s actions as reckless. Meanwhile, French President Emmanuel Macron dismissed military intervention as unrealistic, advocating for diplomatic solutions.