Trump: U.S. Allies Should Secure Strait of Hormuz

0:00On March 18th, former President Trump took to truth social this week to suggest that once the U.S. finishes off the Iranian regime, countries relying. On the straight-of-horn moves for their oil should take over its security. He voiced frustration over NATO allies not stepping up to back the U.S. and Israel, despite America providing tens of billions of dollars to support. Ukraine against Russia. The comments come during a joint U.S.-Israel military campaign against Iran's leadership and infrastructure, which kicked off on February 28th. Iran struck back by targeting oil-rich Gulf nations hosting U.S. forces and tightening control over the strait, leading major shippers to halt most. Traffic. Oil prices have surged past $100 per barrel, pushing U.S. average gas prices to $3.84 a gallon. Up 31% from $2.92 on February 19th. Trump also stressed that dismantling Iran, the top-state terror sponsor, benefits the world

1:01as the conflict pressures global markets and alliances.