Rome, 12 Apr. (LaPresse) – The United Kingdom will not take part in a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. This is reported by Sky News UK, citing informed sources. Previously, US President Donald Trump had stated that the UK would send minesweepers to assist with clearance operations in the strait. A government spokesperson stated: “We continue to support freedom of navigation and the openness of the Strait of Hormuz, which is urgently needed to sustain the global economy and the cost of living in our country. The Strait of Hormuz must not be subject to tolls.”