""Reopening the Strait of Hormuz was essential to ensure stability in the global energy market," said a Downing Street spokesperson following the leaders' conversation."
"Trump threatened to 'obliterate' Iranian power plants if the Strait was not opened within 48 hours, escalating tensions in the region."
"Iran has effectively blocked the strait since the US and Israel attacked the country on February 28, impacting global oil and gas supplies."
"UK Housing Secretary Steve Reed stated there was 'no specific assessment that the Iranians are targeting the UK - or even could if they wanted to.'"
The Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping lane, has seen a 95% reduction in traffic since the Iran war began on February 28. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and President Donald Trump discussed the necessity of reopening the strait to stabilize the global energy market. Iran has effectively blocked the strait following attacks by the US and Israel. Global fuel prices have surged due to the conflict. Trump threatened military action against Iran if the strait remains closed, while UK officials assessed the threat level from Iran.
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