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The Strait of Hormuz is the narrow mouth of the Persian Gulf through which about 20% of globally traded oil passes.
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Describes the strategic role of the Strait of Hormuz in global oil trade.
Maritime security
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Iranian forces reportedly seize tanker in key Midd
Iran confirms seizure of oil tanker in the Strait
The Strait of Hormuz is a narrow, approximately 90-mile waterway between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman and serves as a crucial global shipping route.
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Describes geography and strategic importance of a key maritime chokepoint.
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Iran Releases Tanker It Seized From the Strait of
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Maritime security
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