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Ex-Defense Secretary Says U.S. Navy Can Reopen Strait of Hormuz
Former Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Monday the United States Navy could reopen the Strait of Hormuz but should only do so with support from international allies. The remarks were made during an appearance at an industry event.
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Former Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Monday the United States Navy could reopen the Strait of Hormuz but should only do so with support from international allies. Austin did not provide a timeline or detail any operational plans.
He framed the possibility as conditional on coordinated international backing. The Strait of Hormuz is a narrow waterway between Iran and Oman that carries a significant share of global oil shipments. Any disruption there can affect energy prices and shipping routes.
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