# Is the U.S. Strait Blockade Really Working? Control of Hormuz, Military Strategy & Global Oil Impact Explained

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Podcast: [The Tom Sullivan Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-tom-sullivan-show-7354798)
Published: 2026-04-23T21:57:47+00:00
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## Resource

Is the U.S. blockade truly effective, and does America control the Strait of Hormuz? In this episode, we break down the latest geopolitical developments, military strategy, and the real impact on global oil markets. Explore whether the blockade is holding, how Iran is responding, and what it all means for energy prices, international trade, and rising tensions in the Middle East. Stay informed with expert analysis on one of the world’s most critical chokepoints. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-tom-sullivan-show--6632619/support .

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