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Hormuz Chokehold: Trump Demands Allies Help Reopen Strait

As the US‑Israel campaign enters week three, President Trump pressed foreign partners to help reopen and secure the Strait of Hormuz, preparing to announce a ship escort coalition while allies hesitate and oil spikes disrupt markets

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15% - Potential S&P 500 drop if oil stays above $90 per barrel (JPMorgan)

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"very bad future" — President Donald Trump

SPX 6,632 ↓ 0.61% Dow 46,558 ↓ 0.26% Nasdaq 22,105 ↓ 0.93% Gold 4,999 ↓ 1.23% BTC 73,681 ↑ 1.18%

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President Trump is pressing allies to help reopen and secure the Strait of Hormuz as the US‑Israel campaign against Iran enters its third week. The administration is preparing to announce a multinational escort plan while the White House seeks naval commitments.

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JPMorgan Warns Oil Shock Could Trigger 15% S and P Drop

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Japan Begins Release of Strategic Oil Reserves to Ease Shock

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South Korean Won Slips to 17 Year Low as Oil Rally Drags Currencies

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Iran Warns Citizens of Crackdown and Rounds Up Suspected 'Traitors'

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Diplomatic channels are active as Washington presses partners for help keeping Hormuz open and prepares for high level meetings. Tokyo, London and Beijing are weighing responses amid complex strategic and economic calculations.

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