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The Strait Of Hormuz Is Caught In The Crossfire Again. Traffic Has Plummeted By Two Thirds

Tankers are increasingly avoiding the Strait of Hormuz since hostilities between the U.S. and Iran resumed, according to a new report. (Credit: AFP via Getty Images)

Tankers are increasingly avoiding the Strait of Hormuz since hostilities between the U.S. and Iran resumed, according to new data.

Citing data from Lloyd's List Intelligence, CNBC detailed that only 53 vessels crossed the key waterway in the week through July 20, a 66% drop compared to the previous week.

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