Washington affirms straits defense
The article discusses the escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, where the U.S. Secretary of State affirmed that his country will continue to defend the strait to ensure its opening for shipping traffic, noting that President Trump still has several options, including military measures. Experts explained that Iranian attacks on navigation passages threaten the security of oil supplies and global trade, causing disruptions in food supply chains—particularly through the disruption of fertilizer transportation and increased transportation costs. They also warned that ongoing escalation could lead to heightened food insecurity and energy expenditure, posing a direct threat to the flow of oil and natural gas supplies to global markets.
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