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US Vulnerability Exposed By Strait Of Hormuz Closure
The US’s national security is at risk due to its lack of a sizeable ocean-going fleet, which puts its energy security in jeopardy. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has highlighted the critical role shipping plays in keeping the global economy operating, and the US’s vulnerability to disruptions in the global oil market. As reported by The Maritime Executive, the US’s limited shipping fleet and lack of energy freedom may have significant implications for its national security.