These numbers show the global impact of Iran’s grip on the Strait of Hormuz

Iran’s grip on the Strait of Hormuz has jolted the global economy, causing a spike in fuel prices with ripple effects beyond the Middle East. Tens of thousands of ships and hundreds of mariners are currently stranded in the Persian Gulf due to the waterway’s closure. U.S. President Trump is seeking wider concessions, including rollback of Iran’s disputed nuclear program.