strait of hormuz

The Strait of Hormuz is a narrow, strategically vital waterway between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, about 21 nautical miles (39 km) wide at its narrowest point. It separates Iran’s Qeshm Island from the United Arab Emirates’ Omani exclave of Musandam. Roughly one‑third of the world’s petroleum passes through the strait, making it a key chokepoint for global oil shipments. Control of the strait is shared by Iran and the United Arab Emirates, and it is closely monitored by international naval forces. Views Nigeria