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Iran closes Strait of Hormuz, US launches strikes
Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz disrupts global oil supply chains, affecting 20% of global oil trade. The US launched strikes on Iran, escalating tensions. This impacts 4.8 billion people globally who rely on stable energy markets.
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- Turkey shifts stance, targets Netanyahu amid Israel tensions
- Iran closes Strait of Hormuz, maritime traffic plummets
- Strait of Hormuz instability threatens global energy supply amid US-Iran tensions
- Iran closes Strait of Hormuz, US launches fresh strikes - dw.com
- US attacks Iran over ship being hit in Strait of Hormuz; Tehran lashes out again at Gulf Arab states - AP News
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