Military planners from more than 30 countries are set to meet in London for two days of talks beginning Wednesday to develop plans aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz, the British government said.
The discussions are part of an international effort led by the United Kingdom and France to ensure the security of maritime traffic through the strategic waterway once conditions permit.
According to Britain’s Ministry of Defence, more than a dozen countries have already indicated willingness to join the proposed mission, following a broader video conference last week involving around 50 nations from Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.
UK Defence Minister John Healey said the talks are intended to convert diplomatic agreement into operational planning to safeguard freedom of navigation and support a lasting ceasefire in the region.
He added that discussions would focus on military capabilities, command structures, and potential deployment arrangements for multinational forces in the area.
The initiative comes amid heightened tensions in the Gulf and renewed focus on securing the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy shipping route.