Amidst rising tensions, Iran has issued a warning for oil tankers to follow designated routes through the Strait of Hormuz or face severe consequences. This stems from an ongoing U.S.-Iran standoff over the control of key maritime channels vital for global oil transport, risking further conflict in the economically crucial region.
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