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Trump says all mines cleared from Strait of Hormuz
Iran has closed the vital waterway since the beginning of the conflict causing wild fluctuations in oil prices worldwide.
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- Why it matters
- The Strait of Hormuz is a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments; if mines remain present, they directly threaten shipping safety and could amplify oil price volatility.
- Most affected
- Oil markets — Prices could stabilize if mineclearing claims prove accurate, or remain volatile if disputed.
Commercial shipping through the Strait — Routes remain dangerous if mines are actually present despite the claim. - Likely next
- Whether independent verification of mine clearance emerges, or whether shipping incidents occur in the Strait.
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