US Treasury sanctions Iran's Hormuz strait authority - Reuters
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**Summary:** The US Treasury has sanctioned Iran's authority overseeing the Strait of Hormuz, a key maritime passage through which 20% of global oil trade flows. **Why It Matters:** This sanctions action underscores escalating tensions between the United States and Iran over their respective claims in the region. It highlights the complex geopolitical
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