Why the Strait of Hormuz Holds the World Hostage
Routes & Trade2 min readMarch 13, 2026

Why the Strait of Hormuz Holds the World Hostage

33 kilometers wide, 20% of the world's oil. Iran is disrupting navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and threatening the planet's energy supply.

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33 Strategic Kilometers
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Geography as a Weapon
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Iran's Weapon
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Domino Effect
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20% of the World's Oil
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Freedom of the Seas
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