Trump appeared hesitant to accept the European proposal, stressing that the strategic waterway will become open and safe thanks to his tentative deal to end the war with Iran, but remained open to the idea of some naval presence to ensure water safety for commercial passage.

Britain and France, who are both members of the G7, have expressed interest in assisting with demining the critical waterway once the conflict is paused.

Trump will discuss Strait of Hormuz demining at the G7 summit as European allies push for mine-clearing operations and Iran reportedly demands crypto

France's president on Monday said that a military mission set up by Paris and Britain to help with Strait of Hormuz traffic was ready to deploy, following the announcement of a…

France and Britain are proposing a multinational naval mission for the Strait of Hormuz. This plan aims to secure shipping routes should a ceasefire between the US and Iran occur.…

Trump and Gulf leaders to hold discussions on Iran at summit in French Alps