US allies in EU and NATO refuse Trump's demands to assist in reopening Strait of Hormuz

Germany, Spain, and Italy have ruled out sending military ships to the Strait of Hormuz, responding to President Trump's request for support amid tensions with Iran. German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius questioned what European frigates could achieve that the U.S. Navy could not and emphasized, "This is not our war."

Britain and Denmark are considering assistance options while prioritizing de-escalation. The EU is discussing potential changes to its naval mission in the region but Greece plans to limit its involvement. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer highlighted potential challenges in working with allies to ensure navigation freedom but stressed that the UK would not engage in a broader conflict. Denmark supports European contributions to reopening the strait with a focus on de-escalation.