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Last Updated:March 06, 2026, 19:34 IST
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US Energy Secretary Chris Wright on Friday said the US Navy is preparing to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz as traffic remains heavily disrupted amid the ongoing US-Israel conflict with Iran.
Speaking at Fox News’ Fox and Friends, Wright said the move aims to ensure the safe passage of vessels and restore the flow of energy supplies through the crucial maritime route.
“As soon as it’s reasonable to do it, we’ll escort ships through the straits and get the energy moving again," he said.
Earlier this week, US President Donald Trump had also announced that the US Navy would begin escorting oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz “as soon as possible" to prevent major disruptions to global energy shipments through the strategic waterway.
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March 06, 2026, 19:34 IST
News world 'Will Escort Ships': US Steps In To Ensure Smooth Hormuz Operations Amid Iran Strikes
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