Trump offers political risk insurance and US Navy escort for ships through the Strait of Hormuz

President Donald Trump offered political risk insurance for "ALL Maritime Trade, especially Energy."

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• President Donald Trump offered political risk insurance for "ALL Maritime Trade, especially Energy."
• The president also said on Truth Social that the US Navy will also provide an escort "if necessary."
• Fighting in the Middle East is affecting vessels near the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

President Donald Trump on Tuesday...