June 24, 2025
Will Iran block the Strait of Hormuz?
The world has held a close eye on the Strait of Hormuz lately with Israeli and U.S. strikes on Iran. Nearly a quarter of the world's seaborne oil passes through the narrow waterway, and many are worried Iran could shut the strait down. Today on the show, we explore what it would mean for Iran to close off the strait, and what insurance could tell us about tensions in the Middle East. Rachel Ziemba, adjunct senior fellow at the Center for a New American Security, joins the podcast.
Listen to the full interview on NPR.
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