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The Strait of Hormuz's 3-month closure could set a dangerous precedent, experts worry

NPR | By Kat Lonsdorf
Published June 8, 2026 at 4:50 PM EDT

Has the closure of the Strait of Hormuz set a new — and dangerous — precedent for international shipping lanes?

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Kat Lonsdorf
Kat Lonsdorf is a Middle East reporter currently based in Tel Aviv.

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