The 45 km Chokehold: How the Strait of Hormuz Became the Deadliest Passage on Earth
Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, the Strait of Hormuz—a narrow 45 km wide waterway connecting the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman—has emerged as the world’s most dangerous maritime chokepoint. This vital artery handles about 20% of global oil trade, making it a flashpoint where geopolitical rivalries
