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What are the best ways countries can work together to keep the Hormuz Strait open for shipping?

British foreign minister Yvette Cooper stressed Thursday the "urgent need" to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and slammed Iran's "recklessness" as she convened a meeting of some 40 countries on the vital shipping route. Cooper said Iran's blockading of the waterway was "hitting our global economic security" as she kicked off the virtual meeting of international allies. The strait has been virtually closed since the US-Israeli war against Iran started on February 28, impacting global supplies of important commodities including oil, liquid natural gas, and fertiliser

What different ways can countries work together to ensure safety in the Hormuz Strait?

"We express our readiness to contribute to appropriate efforts to ensure safe passage through the Strait," said the 22 countries

What are the possible effects of military actions in Iran on global peace and safety?

US president says Washington is 'getting very close' to achieving goals as he promises to bomb Iran into 'Stone Ages'

What should the EU consider when responding to Houthi attacks in the Red Sea?

What could be the effects of the EU's decisions on Ukraine and the Middle East for people in our communities?

Leaders of EU countries meet to discuss a loan to Ukraine and the conflict in the Middle East

What impact do large-scale drone attacks have on the safety and future of communities in conflict zones?

Cities across the west of Ukraine were hit, with residential buildings damaged and many injured

What are the potential impacts of the EU's decision to delay a ban on Russian oil imports?

European Commission plays down disappearance of keenly awaited proposal from April-May schedule

How should the EU address concerns about information leaks while balancing cooperation with Hungary?

The European Union and Germany have expressed concern at reports of Hungary's foreign minister briefing Russia on EU talks. Prime Minister Viktor Orban has launched an investigation into what he's calling wiretapping

What are the possible effects of West Bank settlements and annexation on peace efforts in the region?

The German chancellor described the developments as "annexation moves" and called on Israel to halt the settlement push

What are the possible effects of the EU's gas ban on its energy needs and relationships with other countries?

Germany joins EU energy commissioner in ruling out resumption of energy imports after controversial suggestion by Belgium's prime minister

How should countries respond to the increased threat of terrorism and cyberattacks linked to the Iran crisis?

MADRID, March 5 (Reuters) - The Middle East conflict will have "immediate repercussions" for European Union security with an increased threat of terrorism, serious and organised crime as well as violent extremism and cyberattacks, European police body Europol told Spanish news agency EFE on Thursday