Trump says Strait of Hormuz is the world’s problem: ‘Go get your own oil!’ - Politico

President Trump said the Strait of Hormuz—a critical global shipping lane through which roughly one-third of world oil exports pass—should be protected by other nations rather than the United States, telling allies to "go get your own oil." Trump's remarks challenge the longstanding U.S. military commitment to securing one of the world's most strategically important waterways, through which tankers from Iran, Iraq, and the Persian Gulf states transit to international markets. The statement signals a potential shift in American foreign policy toward reduced Middle East naval presence and could raise concerns among U.S. allies in the region who depend on American military protection for energy security. The Strait of Hormuz has been a focal point of geopolitical tension, particularly between the U.S. and Iran, with periodic threats to shipping and previous incidents involving seized vessels.