US President Donald Trump stated that American and foreign vessels wishing to transit the Hormuz Strait would receive support if necessary. However, the US Navy has taken a different stance, confirming that it has declined requests to provide military escorts for commercial ships at this time. The Navy noted that no decision has been made to resume such assistance, which the United States has provided in the past.

Experts have raised concerns about whether commercial vessels will continue using the risky route, warning that potential attacks or conflicts could make it difficult for companies to obtain adequate liability insurance. The uncertainty has already affected energy markets, with crude oil prices in the United States trading near $100 per barrel and gasoline prices beginning to rise, heightening consumer anxiety.

Trump’s political advisers believe that if the ongoing conflict ends soon, easing inflation and cost-of-living pressures could benefit Republicans in the election year.