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What Is the Strait of Hormuz? Map, Facts and Why It Matters in 2026

The Strait of Hormuz carries about a fifth of the world’s oil. Where it is, how it works, and why its 2026 closure is shaking the global economy.

admin·Oct 25, 2026·4 min read