Why Iran Might Be Losing Its Control Over the Strait of Hormuz
Wednesday, 19 August 2026 (IST) Tehran still claims control over the Strait of Hormuz. But a major shift in shipping patterns suggests that Iran’s ability to control traffic through the strategic waterway may be weakening. The Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important maritime chokepoints, has become the centre of a growing confrontation between Iran…