READ MORE: Iran’s insurance, NATO intervention, and cables under threat: What’s going on in the Strait of Hormuz?
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Source: RT News
Published: 2026-05-21 16:03 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Transport, Middle East, Europe, Military & Defence, Iran, Energy, International Orgs, Trade & Sanctions, World News, Business & Economy, War & Conflict
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The Strait of Hormuz – a critical chokepoint accounting for 20% of seaborne oil trade prior to the US-Israeli war against Iran – remains effectively blocked despite the tentative ceasefire. The traffic has ground to a halt due to the risks posed by mines, recurring attacks, and ship seizures, as well as insurers’ reluctance to step in.
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