Governments across the Gulf are accelerating pipeline construction after Iran and its regional allies intensified attacks on commercial shipping.

Strait of Hormuz

Who

Iran

What

When

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:52:52 GMT · 2h 13m ago

Where

Strait of Hormuz ·

Why

Iran and its regional allies intensified attacks on commercial shipping.

The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

Gulf states are accelerating pipeline construction to bypass the Strait of Hormuz due to increased attacks on commercial shipping. Pipelines remain exposed to military threats.

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International Business Times
https://www.ibtimes.com/oil-producers-are-trying-leave-strait-hormuz-behind-iran-has-other-plans-3805400
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