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Iran Strait of Hormuz Crisis Escalates

Iran Strait of Hormuz Crisis Escalates

Third attack on UAE vessels this week; Trump declares strait US territory. Market odds for blockade ending by Aug 31 drop to 18.5%. Canada sanctions five Iranian officials. Gulf allies reassess ties. US-Iran peace talks odds plummet to 11.5%. Trump pushes economic pressure; human rights groups sue over ICC sanctions.

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Updated Aug 16, 2026
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