US President Trump on potential Strait of Hormuz coalition, says Secretary of State Rubio will announce the countries; takes a while to get to the Hormuz, says some countries are fairly local
- Says he has spoken to Macron about Hormuz.
- On a scale of 0-10, says Macron has been an eight. Thinks Macron is going to help.
- Was very surprised with the UK; my attitude is that we do not need anybody.
- Not happy with the UK. Thinks they will be involved however.
- NATO is us. Putin is scared of us (the US).
- We don't need oil. We have all the oil we need. We are more than double in terms of production than any other country.
- Asked about "Iran wants to make a deal", says Iran wants to make a deal and they are talking to our people.
- Will let the nations know who disappointed him.
16 Mar 2026 - 16:53- ForexImportant- Source: White House
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