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CounterPunch.orgMar 16, 2026Opinion

Existential Attrition: Iran’s Closure of the Strait of Hormuz

Senator Chris Murphy warned that the administration lacks a plan to safely reopen the Strait of Hormuz after a classified briefing.

Existential Attrition: Iran’s Closure of the Strait of Hormuz
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Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz has doubled oil prices, challenging the Trump administration's military efforts. The article criticizes the administration's optimistic economic outlook and highlights warnings from Senator Chris Murphy regarding the lack of a clear plan to restore global shipping routes.

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