Strait of Hormuz: A Maritime Crossroads in Crisis The Strait of Hormuz is a 21 mile wide waterway connecting the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea.
This narrow passage is a critical chokepoint for global maritime trade, with approximately one fifth of the world's oil exports passing through it every day.
Strategically located at the entrance to the Persian Gulf, the Strait of Hormuz has long been a focal point of international attention.