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The Iranian Parliament has approved a decision to close the Strait of Hormuz after a recent US military attack on Iran, as a retaliatory measure following the destruction of its nuclear sites.
Iranian media reported that the final decision will be made by Iran’s top security leadership. Just days ago, Iran had warned that if the US supported Israel in the conflict, it would shut down the strait.
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most important oil routes, connecting the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman.
Around 21 million barrels of oil pass through it daily from countries like Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, and Iran to Asia, Europe, and North America. It also handles 30 percent of the world’s gas exports, with around 90 ships using the route each day.
Many countries rely heavily on this passage. China imports half its oil through it, Japan 95 percent, and South Korea 71 percent. The route is also used to export LNG from Qatar and for shipping goods to Gulf states.
Experts warn that closing the strait could lead to a global oil crisis, with prices possibly reaching $130 per barrel. Iran may also deploy mines, submarines, and anti-ship missiles to enforce the closure.
While the move gives Iran strategic leverage, defense analysts caution that the economic and political costs could be very high for Iran itself. The strait is not only a regional choke point, but also a global energy lifeline.
As per the reports, observers highlighted that the world must act quickly to prevent escalation and protect global trade routes from being disrupted.
