The strait of hormuz is the most important oil route in the world, carrying 20% of all global oil every single day
“The U.S. will begin the process of blockading any and all ships trying to enter or leave”
“No one who pays an illegal toll will have safe passage on the high seas.”
Two U.S. Destroyers already crossed the hormuz before the announcement as part of military preparations.
Trump’s blockade targets the Strait of Hormuz, the 21-mile passage between Iran and Oman that carries 20% of global oil use. By stopping ships entering or leaving and intercepting vessels that paid Iranian tolls, Washington is trying to take their leverage off the water. 187 tankers carrying 172 million barrels were stuck in the Gulf, major carriers were holding back, and the ceasefire expires on April 22. A narrow shipping lane can become a worldwide energy problem if not handled well.
