Place
Gulf of Oman
A gulf between Iran and Oman at the entrance to the Strait of Hormuz, through which a large share of global oil exports passes. It sees maritime tensions and incidents that affect energy markets and the region.
The Gulf of Oman is a body of water between Iran to the north and Oman and the UAE to the south, connected to the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most important oil chokepoints. In recent years it has witnessed maritime incidents and ship seizures, making it a point of tension between major powers and Iran. Any disruption there directly affects energy prices and navigation security.
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