Politics

European powers ready to help secure Strait of Hormuz energy chokepoint

Stanisław Kaleta
 19.03.2026, 16:48
Countries have been scrambling to cushion the impact of soaring energy prices. (Dan Kitwood/Getty Images)
Countries have been scrambling to cushion the impact of soaring energy prices. (Dan Kitwood/Getty Images)

The announcement by Britain, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands and Japan marks a significant shift.