Original article by Timothy Gardner
The Sydney Morning Herald – Page: Online : 1-May-26

The US is calling for other countries to form an international coalition to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz, which remains closed two months into the Iran war. France, the UK and other countries have held talks on contributing to such a coalition, but have indicated that they are only willing to help open the strait after hostilities between the US and Iran cease. The US’s push for a coalition comes as oil prices soared to their highest in more than four years. Foreign Minister Penny Wong has confirmed that Australia has been briefed by the US about its proposed coalition and was "engaging on options"; however, a government source has indicated that no decision has been made.

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