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US intelligence agencies' assessment revealed on Wednesday that Iran has acquired the ability after the war to shut the Strait of Hormuz at will.
Strait of Hormuz, Switzerland, France
Who
US intelligence agencies, Iran, US Vice President JD Vance, US President Donald Trump, President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan
What
US intelligence agencies' assessment revealed on Wednesday that Iran has acquired the ability after the war to shut the Strait of Hormuz at will.
When
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 04:20:10 GMT · 9d 3h ago
Where
Strait of Hormuz, Switzerland, France ·
Why
Iran's ability to hurt the economy using the critical waterway can crop up again regardless of the framework agreement to be signed on Friday.
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The potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway, could significantly disrupt global energy markets and supply chains, leading to economic uncertainty and increased costs for consumers worldwide.
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