Strait of Hormuz: The World's Most Important Oil Route Explained

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The Strait of Hormuz is one of the most vital maritime routes in the world — a narrow 39 km-wide passageway that serves as the only route to the open ocean for over one-sixth of global oil production and one-third of the world’s liquefied natural gas (LNG). This critical chokepoint links the Arabian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman, and plays a major role in ensuring the energy security of nations worldwide.
In this video, we dive into:

✅ The geopolitical and historical importance of the strait
✅ Its role in global energy markets
✅ The environmental and economic impact of heavy maritime traffic
✅ Conflicts and tensions that have threatened its closure
✅ Future outlook in the context of the global energy transition

⏱️ YouTube Video Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction: Why the Strait of Hormuz Matters
00:55 - The Colonial Race for Hormuz: Europe’s Strategic Obsession
01:23 - Modern Oil Routes: From the Gulf to Asia and Europe
01:49 - Iran-Iraq War and Operation Praying Mantis (1988)
02:08 - 1990s Iran–UAE Island Dispute in Strait of Hormuz
02:21 - Why Blocking the Strait Hurts Iran Too
02:28 - Oil, Energy & Hormuz: Importance Beyond 2025
02:40 - Conclusion

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