Event Brief
Trump urges Japan to enhance role in Strait of Hormuz
Filed: Mar 19, 2026 at 4:08 PM ET
Summary: U.S. President Trump calls on Japan to take a more active role in ensuring the security of the Strait of Hormuz.
WHO: Donald Trump
WHAT: calls on Japan to enhance its role
WHEN: Mar 19, 2026 at 3:29 PM ET
WHERE: Washington
WHY: to keep the Strait of Hormuz open
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