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Strait of Hormuz could be vulnerable to Iran retaliation. Here's what to know about the vital oil trade route.
As U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities drive fears of retaliation, it remains to be seen whether Iran will try to ...
The Strait of Hormuz is a vital route for oil. Closing it could backfire on Iran
The war between Israel and Iran has raised concerns that Iran could try to close the Strait of Hormuz, the world’s most ...
What Is the Strait of Hormuz, and Why Is It Important?
Iranian officials have threatened to mine the waterway, which is a key shipping route for oil and gas. One way that Iran ...
Why all eyes are on the Strait of Hormuz, a 90-mile strip critical to global oil prices
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world's busiest shipping lanes, so any disruption would hit the energy markets hard.
If Iran Closes the Strait of Hormuz, These 3 U.S. Oil Stocks Could Soar
If things were to re-escalate, the Iranian regime could take a worst-case, most damaging counter-measure by blockading the ...
Strait of Hormuz disruption: More bark than bite for US energy, expert claims
Energy expert Gabriella Hoffman argues Iran's retaliatory actions to U.S. strikes will backfire against its allies and ...
Iran approves closure of Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil and gas route
The Iranian parliament backed a move to close a major oil and gas route, after American airstrikes in the country.
Oil Tanker Collision Near Strait of Hormuz Raises Security Fears
The accident, which the United Arab Emirates said was unrelated to the conflict between Israel and Iran, occurred amid ...