Strait of Hormuz shutdown: A visual guide to world's most critical oil chokepoint

The outbreak of war in Iran in February and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz caused trade to grind to a halt, triggering a severe global energy shock. The article points to a major disruption in global supply chains and energy flows, implying widespread pressure on transport, commodity, and energy markets.

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The outbreak of war in Iran in February and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz caused trade to grind to a halt, triggering a severe global energy shock. The article points to a major disruption in global supply chains and energy flows, implying widespread pressure on transport, commodity, and energy markets.