The United States is trying to get other countries to help protect the Strait of Hormuz. This waterway is very important for moving goods around the world. The effort comes as a conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran continues.
President Donald Trump is leading the call for international support. His administration wants to ensure ships can pass through the strait safely. The situation has caused economic and regional worries.
The ongoing conflict has now lasted for seventeen days. It has led to increased instability in the region and affected global trade.