Strait of Tensions: The Real Story Behind Iran's Claims of Control The Strait of Hormuz, a waterway that connects the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman, has been a focal point of tensions between Iran and the United States for months.
Iran recently asserted full control over the strait, rejecting US claims of dominance in the strategic passage.
At its core, this dispute is about who gets to dictate the flow of oil and gas through one of the world's most critical chokepoints. However, beneath the surface lies a complex web of politics, power, and perception.