Adapting to Uncertainty in the Strait of Hormuz

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Iran's threats led to the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, causing global economic impacts. Although restrictions have eased following negotiations between Tehran and Washington, shipping traffic remains below pre-war levels, highlighting ongoing geopolitical risk.

Iran’s threats to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz — in response to the U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran that began on Feb. 28 — effectively closed the strait, sending economic shockwaves around the world. As part of negotiations between Tehran and Washington, Iran has eased restrictions, and shipping traffic has picked up in recent days — albeit well below pre-war levels.Whatever the outcome of negotiations, Iran has clearly demonstrated its ability to shut down the strait. It could happen again. That reality significantly increases incentives for many countries to reduce their reliance on the strait. We asked five The post Adapting to Uncertainty in the Strait of Hormuz appeared first on War on the Rocks.