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Offline rangerrebew

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Iran approves closure of Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil and gas route
« on: June 23, 2025, 05:17:45 am »
 
Iran approves closure of Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil and gas route
Story by Savannah Kuchar, USA TODAY • 13h

Iran's parliament approved a measure June 22 endorsing the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a major oil transportation route, following U.S. airstrikes in Iran.

Around 20% of the world's oil and gas flow through the narrow channel connecting the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman. Its closure would likely mean rising fuel costs for global consumers, including Americans.
 
While Iranian state media reported that the parliament had agreed to endorse blocking the strait, the decision ultimately belongs to Iran's Supreme National Security Council.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/iran-approves-closure-of-strait-of-hormuz-a-vital-oil-and-gas-route/ar-AA1Hclfw?ocid=widgetonlockscreen&cvid=3d1858d1f92945f496748c8dae154d32&ei=167
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Re: Iran approves closure of Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil and gas route
« Reply #1 on: June 23, 2025, 05:22:36 am »
It's interesting the article is all about what Iran is likely to do with one little snippet about Rubio warning them against it.  It would be wise for Iran to remember there will be 3 carrier groups to "unblock" the strait. :osama:
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Re: Iran approves closure of Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil and gas route
« Reply #2 on: June 24, 2025, 02:55:34 am »
IIRC, the last time Iran tried this (using mines), they lost nearly half their navy and two oil platforms.

The USS Samuel B Roberts was severely damaged by a mine, but saved through the efforts of her crew.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/USS_Samuel_B._Roberts_(FFG-58)

The retaliation:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Operation_Praying_Mantis
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