Strait of Uncertainty: The Escalating Stakes in Iran's Energy Infrastructure The tit for tat threats between President Trump and Iran over energy infrastructure attacks have brought the region to a perilous precipice, with both sides warning of devastating consequences.
The latest developments – including the US completing its 11th night of strikes against Iranian targets – serve as a stark reminder that the stakes are higher than ever.
The Strait of Hormuz has emerged as a critical chokepoint for global energy supplies, with over one third of the world's seaborne oil passing through it.