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Alarm in Strait of Hormuz, Order to Freeze Transits After Attack on Iran - Terror Scenarios for Oil, Gas

Published February 28, 2026, 14:07
Alarm in Strait of Hormuz, Order to Freeze Transits After Attack on Iran - Terror Scenarios for Oil, Gas

The situation in the Strait of Hormuz is tense following the air strikes by the US and Israel on Iran. Ships, especially those under the American flag or carrying American cargo, have been instructed to postpone their transit, pending potential Iranian retaliation. The global shipping community is watching with concern, as the Strait of Hormuz is critical for global oil transportation. There are fears of a possible increase in oil prices, but a complete blockade is considered unlikely. Iran is significantly dependent on oil exports, but its economy is relatively diversified. The region has shown an ability to recover from attacks in the past.