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A UAE navy ship sails next to a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz as seen from Khor Fakkan, United Arab Emirates, Wednesday, March 11, 2026.

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Video. Five European nations and Japan to 'contribute' to Hormuz security

Updated: 20/03/2026 - 10:17 GMT+1

The conflict around the Strait of Hormuz is starting to draw in global powers, as disruptions to shipping and energy flows raise concerns about wider economic fallout.

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