[G7 Leaders Hold Call to Discuss Middle East Situation, UK Prime Minister: Cooperation Needed to Address Impact of Conflict] According to a report by Jinse Finance, citing the UK Prime Minister's Office, on March 11 local time, G7 leaders held a phone call to discuss the latest developments in the Middle East and how to address the economic impact of the situation. UK Prime Minister Starmer stated that countries should work together to mitigate the economic effects of the conflict, welcomed the decision by International Energy Agency member states to release strategic oil reserves, and reiterated the importance of ensuring freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. (CCTV News)