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15/03/2026
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16/03/2026 01:30 GMT
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16/03/2026 05:01 GMT
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US discusses coalition to escort ships through Strait of Hormuz
Trump said the the administration has talked to "about seven" countries
16/03/2026
News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.
The big political issues of the day.
Starmer discussing 'viable plan' to reopen Strait of Hormuz
The Prime Minister insists Britain will not be drawn into a wider war against Iran.
16/03/2026 14:01 GMT
Trump pressures Nato to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Nato says "allies have already stepped up to provide additional security"
Kasia Madera puts your questions to the experts.
President Trump criticises allies for lack of commitment in Strait of Hormuz
NATO criticised by President Trump, who bemoans allies who have stayed out of the conflict
A daily briefing from BBC News on the latest developments in the US-Israel war with Iran.
16/03/2026 21:01 GMT
Trump repeats his call for other nations to assist in securing the Strait of Hormuz
Iran has continued its retaliatory strikes in the region.
Two dead in Kent meningitis outbreak
The specific strain of the infection has not been identified
NATO “reluctance” to follow Trump
Insights and global interviews on the crucial news stories of the day. With Matt Chorley.
