Strait of Hormuz

Asia’s Oil Lifeline Under Threat: Strait of Hormuz Tensions Put China, India, and Others at Risk

As geopolitical tensions between Iran and the United States rise sharply, the global energy market stands on the precipice of a potentially catastrophic disruption. The Strait of Hormuz, a narrow maritime chokepoint between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of...
Strait of Hormuz

Strait of Hormuz on the Brink: How a Potential Closure Could Cripple U.S. Naval Operations and Global Energy Security

Nestled between Iran to the north and the Arabian Peninsula to the south, the Strait of Hormuz is a narrow maritime corridor with outsized global importance. Measuring just 21 miles wide at its narrowest point, this strategic waterway handles an...