JD Vance says only US can protect Strait of Hormuz
By The BriefBrief
US Vice President JD Vance said only the United States can protect the Strait of Hormuz and prevent a global energy crisis. He criticized European allies over Iran’s attacks on shipping and defended the US approach.
WHO:JD Vance
WHAT:JD Vance argued that the US is uniquely able to protect the Strait of Hormuz and prevent a global energy crisis, while criticizing European allies over Iran-linked shipping attacks.
WHEN:Reported Sep 5, 2026 at 6:22 PM ET
WHERE:USA
WHY:Vance was reacting to Iran’s attacks on shipping and to European allies’ role in addressing the risk to energy routes.
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