The US Hormuz Trap:Blockade Risks Dual Chokepoint Oil Shock

This research-driven piece provides a factual, evidence-based overview of the US naval blockade on Iran (effective April 13, 2026), Iran’s response options, exposed US vulnerabilities, and the looming threat of a dual-chokepoint disruption involving Bab al-Mandeb. It aims to help readers understand the high-stakes geopolitical and economic consequences in real time.








