- The Iran–U.S. conflict has effectively turned the Strait of Hormuz into a militarized choke point, with Iran enforcing passage rules and demanding tolls.
- President Trump declared the U.S. will act as the “guardian of the Hormuz” and charge a 20% fee for protection — a move that sent oil prices up roughly 6%.
- Shippers and insurers now face hard choices (avoid the strait, sail covertly, or pay for protection) while regional proposals, like Oman’s two-route plan, try to reduce the risk.
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