The Strait of Hormuz: A Vital 90-Mile Gateway Influencing Oil Markets
Recent developments in the Middle East have sharply escalated tensions, particularly following the
U.S. strike on Iran's nuclear facilities
this past Sunday. The strike has raised immediate concerns about potential retaliation from Tehran. Yet, the immediate implications extend beyond defense and security; they seep into the very fabric of global commerce and economy. The prospect of Iran blocking shipping within the Strait of Hormuz—a threat the country has frequently made—could send tremors…