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00:02Tonight's top story, global efforts intensify to reopen a critical oil route in the Middle East.
00:08The United Kingdom is set to host a virtual summit of around 30 nations
00:11to discuss reopening the vital Strait of Hormuz.
00:14The Strait, a key global shipping route for oil and gas,
00:17has been severely disrupted amid ongoing conflict in the region.
00:21Iran has targeted multiple vessels in the area,
00:24escalating tensions and pushing global fuel prices higher.
00:27Interestingly, the United States is not expected to take part in these talks.
00:31Meanwhile, Donald Trump has urged other nations to take responsibility,
00:34calling on them to secure and protect the route.
00:37Countries involved now face a difficult balance,
00:39helping to stabilize global trade while avoiding deeper involvement in the ongoing war.
00:44The outcome of this summit could play a crucial role in easing global energy concerns.
00:48Stay tuned to SNN 24 News for the latest updates.
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