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UK says will not participate in Hormuz blockade: report
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The United Kingdom has decided not to participate in any plan to impose a naval blockade on the Strait of Hormuz, according to a report by the Financial Times citing informed sources.
The move reflects a British preference for de-escalation and avoiding broader military confrontation in the strategically vital waterway.
Opposition to transit fees
A UK government spokesperson said no fees should be imposed on ships transiting the strait, rejecting any attempts to enforce new financial or sovereign conditions on international maritime traffic.
Officials stressed the importance of keeping the passage open for global trade, given its central role in energy shipments.
Focus on maritime security
Instead of joining a blockade, the UK is working with France and other international partners to form a maritime coalition aimed at protecting freedom of navigation.
The initiative is focused on ensuring the safety of oil tankers and maintaining secure transit through the Strait of Hormuz without escalating tensions further.
