UK and France issued a joint statement on 3 July 2026 calling for safe navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. The statement noted that the Strait is a vital artery for the global economy and that the safety of ships from all nations is a global concern. The Sultanate of Oman has agreed to cooperate with the UK and France to keep its territorial waters safe for navigation. The UK and France also said they are ready to deploy the wider Multinational Military Mission to support freedom of navigation in the Strait. Both countries reaffirmed their commitment to regional stability, respect for the sovereignty of all states, and close cooperation with partners to uphold global security, freedom of navigation and international law.
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