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Let's dive right into the heart of the matter—how the closure of the Strait of Hormuz has sent shockwaves through the global economy and what that means for the United States. This critical passage sees around 20 million barrels of oil flowing daily, and when Iran effectively shut it down in March 2026, the global oil market faced immediate turmoil.Imagine waking up one day to find that a significant slice of the world's oil isn't just unavailable; it’s off-limits. Brent crude oil prices surged nearly 10% just days after the closure, jumping from $72.48 to $101 per barrel. That’s a staggering increase that impacts not only oil producers but consumers at the pump as well. And it’s not just about the immediate price hike; it translates to a drastic reduction in supply—over 20 million barrels per day suddenly missing from the market.

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