Impacts of Strait of Hormuz tensions stifle searches for US missing in Laos

Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have led to the cancellation of U.S. remains searches in Laos due to fuel shortages. DPAA’s recovery teams have been limited in operations, and search activities may be postponed due to budget cuts. Thailand is also facing a fuel crisis, and the U.S. government has not offered assistance.