Strait of Consequences The ongoing blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has been a thorn in the side of global energy markets for months.
The latest development – the Trump administration's consideration of additional sanctions on Iran – raises the stakes even further.
For China, which relies heavily on Iranian oil imports to fuel its economic growth, this is more than just a logistical headache; it's a stark reminder that its increasing entanglement in Middle Eastern politics may have far reaching consequences.