Chokepoint: The Battle for the Strait of Hormuz
Navigating the 2026 crisis, transit tolls, and the economic ripple effects of a disrupted Middle East.
About this episode
In this deep dive episode, we explore the escalating 2026 crisis in the Strait of Hormuz. Following the outbreak of conflict between the US and Iran, the world's most critical maritime chokepoint is at the center of a tense international standoff. We unpack Iran's controversial push to impose mandatory transit tolls on commercial shipping, Oman's delicate diplomatic efforts to establish a compromise through a voluntary fee model, and the firm rejection of any extortion tactics by the US and the UAE.
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