The Escalating Crisis in Hormuz The recent escalation of strikes between the US and Iran has left many wondering what it means for global stability, particularly in one of the world's most critical waterways.
The Strait of Hormuz, which connects the Persian Gulf to the Arabian Sea, is a narrow chokepoint through which nearly 20% of global oil exports pass.
Tensions have been simmering for months, with the US claiming Iranian aggression against commercial shipping as the primary reason for its military intervention.