French and South Korean leaders say they'll work together on Strait of Hormuz
President Trump criticized allies for not securing the Strait of Hormuz and inaccurately stated the number of U.S. troops in South Korea.
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Published Apr 3, 2026
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French President Macron and South Korean President Lee agreed to cooperate on reopening the Strait of Hormuz following Middle East conflict. This occurs as President Trump criticizes allies for not leading the effort to secure the vital oil shipping route.
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