Iran war: Humanitarian crisis awaits if Strait of Hormuz is not opened now, UN Official warns. What are ma

Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz poses a significant threat to global food security, potentially leading to a humanitarian crisis, particularly in Africa and Asia. Disruption to oil exports could delay the market's return to normal until 2027, impacting the global economy. Lithuania has proposed sending up to 40 soldiers to assist the United States in securing the Strait of Hormuz.