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Japan's PM to Visit Trump Amid Strait of Hormuz Tensions

First article: 19 mar. 2026, 10:44 | Last update: 19 mar. 2026, 10:44 | 1 source | 1 article

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Japan's Prime Minister is planning a visit to meet with President Trump as tensions continue to escalate in the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump has been appealing for international assistance in addressing the situation in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping lane for oil. Japan's involvement is significant due to its reliance on Middle Eastern oil and its close alliance with the United States.

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NPR 19 mar. 2026, 10:44 (1 day ago)

Japan's PM to visit Trump as president continues pleas for help with Strait of Hormuz

As Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi prepares for her first White House visit, President Donald Trump calls for Japan and other allies to send warships to the Strait of Hormuz.

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