The Latest: Trump calls for help to reopen the Strait of Hormuz
Summary
U.S. President Donald Trump called for an international coalition to keep the Strait of Hormuz open amid rising tensions and Iranian strikes in the Gulf. Israeli strikes in Lebanon have escalated humanitarian crises with significant casualties and displacement.
Key Points
- U.S. President Donald Trump has demanded several countries send warships to keep the Strait of Hormuz open due to Iranian attacks.
- Dubai International Airport resumed operations after a drone strike caused a fire, with no reported injuries.
- Israeli strikes in Lebanon have killed 886 people and displaced over 850,000 amid ongoing conflict with Hezbollah.
- Israel urges Lebanon to act against Hezbollah before negotiations, while supporting a global effort to police the Gulf waterway.
