Strait of Hormuz security: Marco Rubio urges Europe to act against Iran in Rome talks

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged European allies to take concrete steps against Iran, warning that Tehran was seeking to normalize control over the Strait of Hormuz. He emphasized the need for action beyond statements and highlighted the risk to global security. Italy, while maintaining a partnership, differed with Washington on the US-Israeli bombing campaign and considered supporting a mission to demine the Strait of Hormuz.