Hormuz shipping remains high-risk despite US reopening claims

Al Jazeera reports that the Strait of Hormuz remains dangerous and costly for shipping, contradicting US assertions that it is open. The discrepancy suggests ongoing threats, likely from Iranian or proxy forces, that continue to disrupt maritime traffic. This matters because Hormuz is a critical chokepoint for global oil flows, and persistent risk could sustain elevated energy prices and shipping insurance costs.

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