Afghanistan, June 16 -- Iran warns of closing the Strait of Hormuz as clashes with Israel escalate, risking global oil trade and regional stability.
As military confrontations between Israel and Iran continue, Tehran has raised the possibility of closing the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian MP Esmaeil Kowsari confirmed authorities are "seriously reviewing" the closure, which could severely disrupt global oil trade.
The Strait of Hormuz is a vital maritime corridor, transporting over 17 million barrels of oil daily. Blocking it would sharply increase oil prices and destabilize global markets. Kowsari's remarks to state media highlighted the scale of the potential economic fallout.
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