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Fate of the Planet in the Strait of Hormuz

Published March 20, 2026, 10:14
Fate of the Planet in the Strait of Hormuz

The crisis in the Strait of Hormuz is escalating, with Donald Trump being accused of narcissistic behavior and unilateral actions that threaten global security. Trump blames European leaders for refusing to send ships to the region, while he himself started a war without consulting his allies. The situation worsened after Iran's counterattack, which caused concern in the US and led Trump to ask for help from his allies. European refusal to participate in the war is due to fears of terrorist attacks in their countries. Iran has launched attacks on energy facilities in Qatar, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, as well as in the Strait of Hormuz, in response to Israeli attacks. The US and Israel have also struck energy facilities in Iran. The situation is particularly dangerous, as energy insecurity threatens the global economy. Trump continues to show arrogance and underestimate the consequences of his actions, while Iran appears to have the upper hand in the crisis.