UK 'not supporting' U.S. Iran blockade as France's Macron confirms 'multinational' talks on the Strait of Hormuz

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The U.K. has declared it will not support the U.S. blockade on Iranian ports, with Prime Minister Keir Starmer emphasizing the country's intention to avoid involvement in the Iran war. This announcement coincides with U.S. President Donald Trump's plan to initiate the blockade at 10 a.m. ET on Monday, following unsuccessful negotiations with Tehran. Meanwhile, France's President Emmanuel Macron confirmed plans for a conference aimed at establishing a multinational mission to ensure safe navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.

Key Points

The U.S. blockade on Iranian ports is set to begin at 10 a.m. ET on Monday.

Germany has also confirmed it will not participate in the blockade.

France plans to co-host a conference for a multinational mission in the Strait of Hormuz.

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