Iran consolidates control over Strait of Hormuz, creating energy crisis that ripples across crypto markets
Iran has taken control of the Strait of Hormuz, significantly impacting global oil supply. Vessel traffic has decreased by over 85%, leading to a loss of approximately 11 million barrels of crude per day. This new regime has transformed the strait into a toll road, with transit fees imposed on vessels.
- ▪Iran has established new transit rules for the Strait of Hormuz, affecting one of the world's most critical oil chokepoints.
- ▪Traffic through the strait has dropped from around 150 vessels per day to fewer than 20.
- ▪Iran's approach is characterized as coercive access management, with transit fees reportedly exceeding $1 million per vessel.
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