Iran war has blocked the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil choke point. Reopening it is a big challenge

2026-03-11 - 19:20

PARIS (AP) — Gasoline prices are rising largely because of the Iran war's impact on the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial passageway for oil and gas from the Persian Gulf. The waterway off Iran's coast, now effectively closed, is so vital for the global economy that governments are working on blueprints t