The Chokepoint of the World: The 2026 U.S.-Iran Conflict and the Closure of the Strait of Hormuz
The longstanding geopolitical rivalry between the United States and Iran escalated into a full-scale crisis in early 2026, culminating in the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz. As the world's most critical maritime chokepoint for energy transit, the standoff has disrupted global supply chains, heavily impacted international shipping, and…
