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The United Arab Emirates has reached out to the United States and Western allies, proposing participation in a multinational maritime taskforce to address the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. This strategic move, revealed by the Financial Times, highlights the UAE’s proactive stance against Iranian interference in the vital shipping corridor. The UAE aims to assemble a ‘Hormuz Security Force’ to safeguard the strait and ensure the free passage of vessels, emphasizing its vulnerability to Iranian aggression compared to other regional countries, including Israel. Despite the urgency, some U.S. allies remain hesitant, with no immediate plans for military deployment. Iran’s…
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