U.S. Military Announces Reinstatement of Hormuz Strait Blockade

Why it matters locally: While New Hampshire does not have its own oil production, disruptions to global oil shipments due to actions in the Strait of Hormuz could lead to increased energy costs for residents and businesses across the state.

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The United States military has announced plans to initiate a blockade targeting Iranian vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. This measure will take effect on Tuesday. Simultaneously, Iran has declared its intention to assert its own control over the Strait of Hormuz, an international waterway critical for global oil shipments.