Strait of Hormuz: How a threat became a playbook

The Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway connecting the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman, has long been a critical chokepoint in global energy trade. At the heart of the Middle East, this strategic passageway has become a system of control, where the delicate balance of power and economic interests converge. The Strait's significance lies in its ability to facilitate the flow of approximately 20% of the world's oil exports, with major oil-producing countries such as Saudi Arabia, Iran, and the United Arab Emirates relying heavily on its safe passage. As tensions rise in the region, the Strait's importance as a global economic lifeline has taken center stage, making it a battleground for influence and a focal point for international diplomacy.

How the Strait of Hormuz became a system of control, shaping power and the global economy.