Strait of Hormuz in the spotlight | CNN Business

Strait of Hormuz in the spotlight

By Yara Enany, CNN

Updated 4:13 AM EDT, Wed July 9, 2025

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Strait of Hormuz in the spotlight

The Strait of Hormuz, through which 20% of the world’s oil passes, is critical to global energy and trade. CNN explores how it could be disrupted by regional conflict, how regional players are preparing for the worst, and the potential impact on markets and maritime routes.

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