The Strait of Hormuz: A Flashpoint for Diplomacy and War The recent developments in Iran US relations have brought attention to a crucial waterway: the Strait of Hormuz.
This 21 mile wide passage, connecting the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman, has become a focal point for negotiations between Washington and Tehran. The Strait of Hormuz has long been contentious in the region.
Prior to the current conflict, Iran imposed restrictions on shipping through the waterway, blocking vessels attempting to pass and firing on commercial ships.