Hormuz crisis deepens as Gulf shipping talks postponed
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Diplomatic efforts to secure shipping in the Strait of Hormuz have stalled after planned talks between Iran and Gulf states were postponed, while attacks near key oil transit routes escalate concerns over global energy supplies.[8][11][5] The disruption threatens one of the world’s most critical chokepoints for oil and gas, raising risks for global markets and regional security.[8][11]