The Wall Street Journal reported today: The Trump administration plans to announce the establishment of a multinational naval alliance to escort merchant ships through the Strait of Hormuz. Some countries have agreed in principle to join the escort mission. It is still unclear whether the military operation will start during the conflict or after hostilities end. Due to the risks involved in operating in the war zone, some governments remain cautious.
Comment: Trump's push for a multinational naval escort alliance is a typical example of the US causing trouble, having allies pay the price, and avoiding risks. The US and Israel provoked the conflict, leading to the blockade of the strait. The US military dares not enter alone, so it pulls in allies to take the blame; the so-called "principle agreement" is actually that countries are all watching and avoiding risks, no one wants to be a target in the war zone.
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