Iran Claims It Has “Complete Control” Over Strait of Hormuz
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Key Points:
- Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claims "complete control" over the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway through which about 20% of the world’s oil supply passes, amid escalating tensions with the U.S. and Israel.
- Recent attacks on commercial vessels near the strait have intensified fears of disruptions to global energy supplies, with explosions and debris strikes reported near Oman and the UAE, though no casualties or major damages occurred.
- The heightened security risks have slowed tanker movements through the strait, causing many vessels to remain idle as operators assess the situation, despite some isolated shipments continuing.
- U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that Washington may deploy naval escorts for tankers if the security situation deterior
