"The virtual summit is expected to consider what diplomatic and political steps could be taken to reopen the important shipping route, though the US was not set to attend."
"Iran has attacked several vessels in the Strait in response to the war waged against it by the US and Israel, severely disrupting energy exports and sending global fuel prices soaring."
"The UK-hosted summit on Thursday was expected to involve governments which signed a joint statement in mid-March calling on Iranian forces to halt attacks against commercial ships."
"Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said the UK was exploring each and every diplomatic avenue that is available to reopen the route."
A virtual summit chaired by British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper will involve over 30 foreign ministers to discuss reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The meeting aims to coordinate diplomatic actions following Iranian attacks on vessels, which have disrupted energy exports and increased global fuel prices. US President Trump emphasized the need for allies to take action to secure the route. The UK is exploring diplomatic avenues and military planning to ensure the Strait's safety post-conflict, as nations respond to rising energy costs.
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