UN on Strait of Hormuz: ‘Restore and respect freedom of navigation’
The United Nations has issued a call to restore and respect the freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. This follows rising tensions in the region that threaten international shipping lanes.
Why it matters
The Strait of Hormuz is a critical maritime chokepoint for global oil supplies; disruptions here have immediate global economic consequences.
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