As of March 17, 2026, shipping through the Strait of Hormuz—the world’s most vital energy chokepoint—has come to a near standstill due to escalating military conflicts between the U.S., Israel, and Iran. While the Trump administration is urging allies like the UK and Japan to form a "Hormuz Alliance" for maritime escorts, nations including Germany and Spain have responded coldly, refusing to commit troops.

With international oil prices in a state of constant flux, various global powers are locked in a high-stakes geopolitical game. By 00:00 GMT on March 24, 2026, will more than 5 tankers (with a deadweight of 100,000+ tons each) transit the Strait of Hormuz without conflict?