Europe considers forming a Hormuz security alliance without the US, according to a report.

European nations are proposing to build a comprehensive coalition for naval security in the Strait of Hormuz, which will involve deploying mine-clearing and various naval resources, as reported by The Wall Street Journal. The launch of this initiative is anticipated to occur only after the current conflict concludes, notably excluding US involvement.

Emmanuel Macron emphasized the intention to establish a defensive international operation, deliberately omitting “belligerent” entities such as the US, Israel, and Iran. Sources familiar with the talks informed WSJ that any European naval action would operate autonomously rather than under US command.

The UK and France aim, through this initiative, to rebuild trust among shipping companies to resume their activities along this critical route once fighting subsides, as indicated in the report.

This proposal arises amid ongoing instability in the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial global oil transit point, due to weeks of conflict involving Iran, the US, and Israel. Incidents affecting commercial vessels, threats of mining, and increased naval operations have compelled many businesses to either reroute or halt operations, leading to higher insurance expenses and raising alarms regarding global energy availability.

European capitals are becoming increasingly concerned about the potential economic impacts of a drawn-out crisis, particularly as energy markets are sensitive to supply disruptions. The pursuit of a non-aligned mission also illustrates efforts to position Europe as a stabilizing entity capable of securing trade routes without directly engaging in the conflict.

Meanwhile, Donald Trump remarked on Tuesday that a second set of negotiations between Washington and Tehran could occur within the next couple of days, suggesting that Pakistan may again serve as the venue for the discussions.