Iran’s Strait of Hormuz Blockade Exposes Dangerous Gaps in Global Energy Security

The ongoing conflict involving Iran has brought the Strait of Hormuz—through which nearly a third of the world’s seaborne oil travels—to a near standstill. This narrow but critical waterway stands as a linchpin for global energy security, and its closure sends shockwaves through markets worldwide, driving up fuel prices that American families already feel at the pump. Why Isn’t Washington Doing More to Protect Our Energy Artery? Despite clear signs that Iran uses threats and military proxies to disrupt navigation in the strait, official responses have been cautious and reactive. European leaders like French President Emmanuel Macron propose escorting commercial...