Scoop: U.S., U.K. planning international conference on Strait of Hormuz

The United States and United Kingdom are organizing an international summit in London next week, Axios reports, focused on protecting commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating conflict with Iran. Iran has attacked commercial vessels over the past two weeks, spurring the United States to conduct daily military strikes on Iranian targets. On Friday, an Omani delegation returned to Tehran to revive stalled negotiations, though Iranian officials remain defiant, insisting they will not submit to United States pressure. The United States is seeking allied contributions of de-mining vessels, naval ships, and drones to secure shipping lanes—contingent on a ceasefire. Defense Secretary Hegseth and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs are expected to attend, alongside defense ministers from Western and regional nations. With President Trump threatening to strike Iranian infrastructure and Iran vowing to protect its interests, the Strait of Hormuz has become a focal point for global energy security.

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