UK to join the United States-led Holmes Strait Volunteer Association August 6th 4:50
The British government expressed its intention to participate in the voluntary coalition to secure the Holmes Strait in the Persian Gulf that the United States is aiming to form, as it is important to protect freedom of navigation. The UK is the first to announce participation in the volunteer association.
The US government is calling on countries to join the Volunteer Union to secure the safety of ships passing through the Strait of Holmes as tensions with Iran grow.
British Defense Minister Wallace issued a statement on the 5th, saying that protecting freedom of navigation in the Strait of Holmes is very important, and "to work with the United States and other countries to find an international solution." I am looking forward to it, "he expressed his intention to join the Volunteer Union.
Local media say that no country has ever announced participation in the Volunteer Union, and Britain appears to be the first.
On the other hand, British Foreign Minister Raab stressed the position to maintain the United States after unilaterally leaving the agreement, saying, “I will continue discussions with Iran and related countries” regarding the nuclear agreement with Iran.
Last month, the British government unveiled a European initiative to secure the safety of ships in the Strait of Holmes, showing a strong stand against Iran from the hard-hitting United States.
The Johnson administration, which has just been established by announcing participation in the American-led voluntary alliance, is taken as a clear indication of the American attitude.