
Will Iran block the Strait of Hormuz?
The Indicator from Planet Money
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Understanding Hormuz: The Stakes of Insurance and Geopolitics
This chapter explores the potential fallout of Iran blocking the Strait of Hormuz as a retaliation against the U.S., detailing its impact on international oil supply and relationships, particularly with China. It also highlights the significance of the maritime insurance market and features insights from experts regarding the assessment of regional tensions and the predictive capabilities of the Joint War Committee.
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