INTERNATIONAL · 2 March 2026
22-Nation Coalition — Strait of Hormuz
22-Nation Coalition — Strait of Hormuz. Formed in March 2026 to protect shipping through the Strait of Hormuz amid tensions with Iran. Crisis began after Iran imposed navigation restrictions from March 2, 2026. The Strait carries ~20 million barrels of oil daily — about 20% of global oil supply. UK, France, Japan & Australia joined to ensure freedom of navigation.
KEY POINTS
- Formed in March 2026 to protect shipping through the Strait of Hormuz amid tensions with Iran.
- Crisis began after Iran imposed navigation restrictions from March 2, 2026.
- The Strait carries ~20 million barrels of oil daily — about 20% of global oil supply.
- UK, France, Japan & Australia joined to ensure freedom of navigation.
Source: DAKSH Current Affairs May 2026