The European Union has decided not to send ships to the Persian Gulf, rejecting involvement in any military operation in the Strait of Hormuz.

The decision was made after a meeting of EU foreign ministers, where leaders agreed that diplomacy remains the best path to reduce rising tensions in the region. The bloc emphasized avoiding further escalation amid the ongoing crisis involving Iran and the United States.

European leaders have also demanded clarity from Donald Trump regarding his strategy in the Iran conflict. Concerns are growing across Europe about the potential consequences of deeper military involvement.

Germany’s chancellor stated that NATO should not be drawn into the conflict, warning that expanding the scope could worsen instability. Meanwhile, the president of France has already refused to send military ships to the region.

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Earlier, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer also announced that Britain would not directly participate in the war, signaling a broader European reluctance to engage militarily.

The EU’s stance highlights a growing divide between Washington and its traditional allies, as European nations push for diplomatic solutions instead of military action in one of the world’s most sensitive energy corridors.

Tensions remain high as global powers weigh their next moves in the escalating crisis.