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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
James C. Reynolds

How GPS spoofing is creating chaos in the Middle East as Iran tightens grip on Strait of Hormuz

Iran’s control of the Strait of Hormuz has created chaos in the global economy and has become the most urgent problem facing Donald Trump and Israel as they prosecute their war against Tehran.

Iranian attacks in the vital channel have reduced commercial traffic by as much as 95 per cent in just three weeks, forcing energy prices up and piling on the pressure to find a resolution.

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