The Iranian Navy commander has asserted Iran’s control over the Strait of Hormuz amid heightened tensions with the United States. The strait serves as a critical transit point for global oil shipments. Tehran frames this waterway as a deterrence zone rather than a normal passage, warning vessels against unauthorized entry. Market pricing reflects the tension, with only a 5.5% likelihood of normal traffic by September 30, down from 6% the previous day.
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