Coalition of countries discuss ‘every possible measure’ to pressure Iran into reopening strait of Hormuz
Yvette Cooper hosts virtual summit of more than 40 countries to consider coordinated action in face of closure of vital shipping lane
More than 40 countries gathered to discuss “every possible diplomatic, economic and coordinated measure” to pressurise Iran into reopening the strait of Hormuz, the UK foreign secretary has said.
After chairing a virtual summit on Thursday, Yvette Cooper said coordinated action was needed as Iran’s “reckless strikes” on international shipping and efforts to “hijack the global economy” were hitting nations from across the globe “who played no part in this conflict”.
Source: Theguardian.com
Original source: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/apr/02/coalition-countries-ships-strait-of-hormuz-yvette-cooper