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Will Iran block the Strait of Hormuz?

The Indicator from Planet Money

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The Geopolitics of the Strait of Hormuz

This chapter examines the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz as a critical route for oil and gas transportation, focusing on the dependencies of Middle Eastern nations and Iran's historical threats to its operation. It also addresses the current geopolitical tensions and their impacts on shipping, oil markets, and international energy prices.

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