US Strait of Hormuz: Is the waterway open?
📡 Sydney Morning Herald / The Age · 1 min read ·
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The United States insists the Strait of Hormuz remains open for shipping. Despite this official claim, there is little sign that hostilities between the US and Iran are easing. The strategic waterway, a narrow passage for about one-fifth of the world's oil supply, remains a flashpoint for potential conflict.