U.S. President Donald Trump called on countries affected by disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz to send naval vessels to the region, including South Korea, as tensions linked to the conflict with Iran threaten one of the world’s most critical oil shipping routes. In a post on his Truth Social platform on Saturday, Trump said he hoped countries such as China, France, Japan, South Korea and the United Kingdom would dispatch ships to ensure the strait remains “open and safe” for global commerce.

The Blue House saidit is closely monitoring Trump’s comments and consulting with Washington as it reviews