Australia formally declined Trump’s appeal, announced hours after Japan’s government dismissed the same demand. "We have no plans to deploy naval forces to the Middle East," declared Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takachi, countering Trump’s claim of securing foreign military support for Hormuz patrols.
Japan’s Defense Ministry reinforced the stance, stating that no maritime security operations will follow Trump’s request regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
Meanwhile, Trump disclosed negotiations with seven countries over Hormuz security—though his administration offered no specifics on Iran’s alleged threats or broader regional dynamics.
The two rejections highlight diminishing Western military coordination in an area where Tehran has repeatedly demonstrated resolve against foreign interference.