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  1. Strait of Hormuz conflict and energy transit disruption
  2. The US-Iran conflict is driving up energy prices and prompting negotiations to ease shipping restrictions through the Strait of Hormuz.
  3. The US conducted air strikes on Iran, while Iran simultaneously blocked passage through the Strait of Hormuz. International organizations are monitoring the global oil inventories drawdown.
  4. Strikes were conducted on Iranian military sites along the southern coast of Iran in the Persian Gulf.

US-Iran Military Conflict Disrupts Strait of Hormuz, Driving Up Energy Costs

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What happened

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Full-scale military conflict between the United States and Iran has resulted in Iran restricting passage through the Strait of Hormuz. Following military attacks, Iran's Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, ordered commanders to update the target list against American and Israeli assets and to respond to any future threat immediately and without geographical restrictions.

From middleeastmonitor.com, investmentwatchblog.com

Why it matters

Some supportBrind's analysis of the reports

The conflict has snarled the Strait of Hormuz, which is a critical transit route for crude oil. The Congressional Budget Office estimated that US military operations had cost $38 billion by August 1. China has expressed willingness to work with Arab nations to achieve peace and stability in the region.

Strikes were conducted on Iranian military sites along the southern coast of Iran in the Persian Gulf, while the United States conducted air strikes on Iran and Iran simultaneously blocked passage through the Strait of Hormuz.

From middleeastmonitor.com, al-monitor.com

Who's involved

  • HormuzStrategic waterway in Iran that is the subject of military blockades and control.
  • Islamic Republic of Iran ArmyThe combined regular military forces of Iran involved in the conflict.
  • Gulf StatesArab countries of the Persian Gulf caught in the military exchange.
  • Islamic Revolutionary Guard CorpsMilitary organization that actively controls and restricts commercial maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz.
  • TehranThe capital city of Iran where political and military control over the Strait is asserted.
  • Donald TrumpAmerican politician who asserts political and military influence over the Strait of Hormuz.
  • Saudi ArabiaCountry whose oil exports are structurally dependent on the Strait of Hormuz.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

These are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.

  • Gulf StatesSpeculative

    The Gulf States might see increased costs for shipping and insurance due to the military exchange.

  • Saudi ArabiaSpeculative

    Saudi Arabia could face disruptions to its oil exports if the Strait of Hormuz remains blocked.

How it developed

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  1. CBO estimated US military operations cost $38B; CRS called the confrontation a war of attrition.1 source
  2. Khamenei ordered an update to the target list against US assets after Iran restricted the strait following military attacks.1 source
  3. Tensions rise as Iran exerts control near Hormuz and conducts maritime pressure in the Persian Gulf.1 source
  4. Full-scale war erupts between Iran, US, and Israel, with Iran targeting vessels in Hormuz.1 source
  5. Iran closes Hormuz; IEA responds as Houthis/Saudi conflict escalates crisis.1 source
  6. Escalation to declared wars and blockades in the Strait of Hormuz.1 source
  7. Iranian attacks in Hormuz against US targets, supported by Chinese satellite intel.1 source
  8. Escalation of US-Israeli strikes against Iranian targets in the Hormuz region.1 source
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  1. US considers potential military landings on Iranian islands near the Strait of Hormuz.Sub-event
  2. Escalation of the US-Iran exchange impacting the Hormuz region.1 source
  3. Iran has initiated actions leading to the Hormuz Strait closure and strikes on U.S. bases in Iraq.1 source
  4. Iran launched missile strikes against US Marines in the Strait of Hormuz.1 source
  5. Iran launched missiles at US sites in Jordan following restrictions on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.Sub-event
  6. Renewed chaos in Hormuz and Middle East following retaliation against US military aggression.1 source
  7. Iran adopts an offensive posture against US threats and sets new surveillance conditions for the Strait of Hormuz.1 source
  8. The war between the US and Iran has begun, leading to fighting in the Strait of Hormuz.1 source
  9. Iran maintains chokehold over Strait of Hormuz while military strikes against Iran deplete munitions.Sub-event
  10. Iran threatens offensive against US and Israel, demands compliance, and threatens to close the Strait of Hormuz.1 source
  11. Escalation of military action in the Strait of Hormuz.1 source

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