# Energy Trade
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Tehran’s Chokehold: Iran Asserts Sole Authority Over the Strait of Hormuz as Regional Tensions Peak
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has asserted that Iran holds exclusive de facto control over the Strait of Hormuz, linking the waterway's stability to a ceasefire in Lebanon. This move pressures the US and regional partners by leveraging the world's most vital energy transit point against broader geopolitical objectives.
A Fragile Detente: Iran Tightens Grip on Hormuz Under New Maritime Accord
Iran has introduced mandatory 48-hour prior notification for all vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz following a new agreement with the United States. While Tehran is offering a 60-day subsidy for insurance and security costs to encourage shipping, the new rules institutionalize Iranian control over the mine-threatened waterway.
Chokepoint Brinkmanship: Assessing the Risks of a U.S. Naval Blockade on Iran
The U.S. has initiated a naval blockade on all maritime traffic entering or exiting Iranian ports, a move that Chinese military experts warn could trigger a full-scale conflict. By positioning forces in the Gulf of Oman, Washington seeks to exert control over the Strait of Hormuz, though Iran's anti-ship arsenal remains a formidable deterrent.
A Toll on the Water: Trump Proposes Unlikely Maritime 'Joint Venture' with Iran
President Trump has proposed a 'joint venture' with Iran to manage the Strait of Hormuz through a system of transit fees. The plan aims to secure the critical waterway by turning security into a shared commercial interest while maintaining a US military presence to enforce the arrangement.