Apple News Today “This is not our war”: the countries refusing Trump’s call for help
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Mar 17, 2026 Discussion of which countries refused military involvement at the Strait of Hormuz and why allied reluctance matters. A legal fight over subpoenas to the Federal Reserve and its implications for central bank leadership. How a cash-only market is driving down prices for GLP-1 drugs. Cuba’s nationwide blackout and a surprising Mexico City world record tied to the World Cup.
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Allies Decline Trump’s Request To Secure Hormuz
- Many U.S. allies refused President Trump's call to send warships to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
- Leaders like Germany's Friedrich Merz emphasized NATO is defensive, and countries fear being drawn into a war they didn't start.
Europe Feels Pain From Strait Closure More Than U.S.
- The Strait's closure hits Europe harder than the U.S. because European nations import more of their energy via that route.
- China’s strategic oil stockpiles and forward planning insulated it, reducing immediate pressure to act.
Judge Tosses DOJ Subpoenas Against The Fed
- The Justice Department subpoenaed the Federal Reserve in an unprecedented probe over Jerome Powell's testimony, prompting the Fed to sue.
- A judge sided with the Fed, calling the subpoenas improper and politically motivated harassment.