Rutte Says NATO May Be Involved In Unblocking The Strait Of Hormuz
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According to him, the first step on this path has been taken.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has not ruled out that the alliance could be involved in ensuring navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. According to him, the first step on this path has been taken - a coalition of 34 countries is discussing plans for the mission.
"But I think we need to do it step by step. Because in NATO, it requires agreements among all allies. If NATO can help, it will certainly be there. There is no reason not to help," Rutte said.
On March 17, Donald Trump criticized European allies for refusing to help the United States in its military operation against Iran and opening the Strait of Hormuz. On April 1, in an interview with The Telegraph, the American president said that he does not believe in the reliability of NATO partners and is seriously considering leaving the alliance. According to Reuters, citing sources, US President Donald Trump expects the allies to make concrete commitments in the next few days to help ensure security in the Strait of Hormuz.