Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz: A New Era of Great Power Competition? The Strait of Hormuz has long been a critical waterway for global oil supplies, connecting the Persian Gulf to the Arabian Sea.
This narrow passage is crucial because roughly 20% of the world's oil shipments pass through its waters.
Understanding the Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz Historical animosity between Iran and the US, dating back to the 1979 Islamic Revolution, has contributed to the region's volatile dynamics.