Rubio tells Al Jazeera that Strait of Hormuz to reopen ‘one way or another’

Secretary of State Marco Rubio told Al Jazeera that the Strait of Hormuz will reopen "one way or another," signaling U.S. determination to restore one of the world's most critical shipping lanes. The strait, through which roughly one-fifth of global oil passes, has faced disruptions tied to regional tensions and Houthi attacks on vessels. Rubio's statement suggests the Trump administration is prepared to take unspecified action to ensure the waterway remains open for international commerce. The declaration comes amid broader Middle East tensions and reflects Washington's long-standing strategic interest in maintaining freedom of navigation through the chokepoint between Iran and Oman. Control or disruption of the strait carries significant implications for global energy markets and supply chains.