- US military conducted drills in Caracas on May 29, while Iran simultaneously released a new map claiming control over the Strait of Hormuz.
- Conflict in the Middle East has led to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, causing vital energy, food, and fertilizer flows to be disrupted, leading to inflationary pressures.
- Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz are causing issues with oil, LNG, and fertilizer supply chains, impacting Africa and the global food system.
An agreement was reached on May 27th outlining transit management protocols for oil and LNG moving through the Strait of Hormuz.
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Updated May 27
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What happened
An agreement was reached on May 27th outlining transit management protocols for oil and LNG moving through the Strait of Hormuz.
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Hormuz
city in Hormozgan Province, Iran
Related events
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