The Strait of Hormuz, through which 20% of the world’s oil passes, is critical to global energy and trade. CNN explores how ...

If Iran closes the Strait of Hormuz, gas prices in the U.S. could surge due to disrupted global oil shipments.

Iran’s parliament has voted to close the Strait of Hormuz, the vital shipping channel through which around 20% of the world’s daily oil flows. The move, which could block $1 billion in oil shipments ...

Iran's threat to block the world's most vital oil transit point has raised fears of major global economic consequences.

When looking at a map, the Strait of Hormuz might not seem all that impressive. It’s just a slim waterway squeezed between Iran and Oman. But don't let the size fool you. This narrow passage is one of ...

New Rabobank research shows the potential effect of losing this critical shipping channel to the global fertilizer market.

Iran's threat to close the Strait of Hormuz could disrupt world oil prices 03:32. ... Map of the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz showing maritime tanker traffic in September 2024.

Why does it matter? About a fifth of the world’s total oil consumption passes through the strait. Between the start of 2022 and last month, somewhere between 17.8 million and 20.8 million ...

Iranian lawmaker says Tehran considering closing waterway, described as ‘world’s most important oil transit chokepoint’.

About 25% of the world’s oil supply travels through the Strait of Hormuz, according to a June 2025 report from the International Energy Agency. The strait transported 20 million barrels of oil ...

Iran's parliament approved a measure June 22 endorsing the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a major oil transportation route, following U.S. airstrikes in Iran.. Around 20% of the world's oil and ...