Iran is mobilizing its proxy forces to disrupt shipping and pressure the United States economically amid the 2026 conflict, according to a report by Ynet News. The Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil, is at the center of this indirect destabilization strategy. Maritime traffic has significantly slowed, with insurers withdrawing war-risk coverage and tankers experiencing substantial delays. Markets are pricing a low probability of traffic normalization by August 31, with YES odds at 6.5%, while the likelihood of Iranian airspace closure reaches 43%.
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