US‑Iran Strait of Hormuz tensions heighten as Trump plan sparks shipping concerns and Treasury urges China to act
The Guardian reports that shipping companies are doubtful about safely navigating the Strait of Hormuz after President Donald Trump announced a naval operation, noting that an Iranian warship was reportedly hit. In a separate report, the South China Morning Post quotes US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent urging China to use diplomatic pressure on Iran to reopen the strait, while stressing that the United States retains “absolute control” over the waterway. The two accounts differ, with the Guardian emphasizing industry fear and a recent naval clash, whereas the SCMP piece focuses on high‑level diplomatic appeals.
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