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How big of a problem is the Strait of Hormuz for Donald Trump?

Podcast: Al Jazeera
Published: Apr 6, 2026
Duration seconds: 1751
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Summary

The Strait of Hormuz has effectively closed to most shipping since the US and Israel attacked Iran - sending energy prices soaring worldwide. The marine channel in the Gulf had been the gateway for 20% of global energy supplies. What difficulties does this pose for Donald Trump?