Then what is this statement from the UK government where they say many of the worlds biggest powers are ready to support it? Countries say a lot of things publicly to change it the next day. To me it looks like them helping protecting it is still on the table.

"We express our readiness to contribute to appropriate efforts to ensure safe passage through the Strait. We welcome the commitment of nations who are engaging in preparatory planning."

https://www.gov.uk/government/news/joint-statement-from-the-...

They also have said they will send drones to help clear mines, but they still feel ships are probably a bit too risky. But that means sending ships is still on the table if things change in the future, he said all options are considered to open the straight, meaning no option is off the table.

"He added: “All of these things are being looked at in concert with our allies … Any options that can help to get the strait reopened are being looked at."

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/15/uk-plans-mines...