U.S. energy independence helps shield American economy from Iran's threats to block the Strait of Hormuz, where one-fifth of ...

If Iran moves to blockade the Strait of Hormuz, oil and gas prices could spike, but analysts see that scenario as unlikely for now.

RBN Energy executive Rusty Braziel told CNBC's Jim Cramer on Monday that he doubts Iran will close off the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil shipping passage. Stream Los Angeles News for free, 24/7 ...

Iran also exports most of its crude through the passage, which in theory limits Tehran's appetite to shut the strait. But Tehran has nonetheless dedicated significant resources to making sure it ...

The U.S. strikes against Iran could impact oil and gas prices around the world. Iran is threatening to shut down the Strait of Hormuz. Here's what that could mean.

Iran has long asserted that it can shut down the Strait of Hormuz. While the strait can't be "closed" in the traditional sense - like shutting a road - Iran could attempt to make the waterway too ...

According to Braziel, Iran has threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz when a major conflict arises for more than 20 years. He said the county has never actually closed it because it has a lot to ...

Even if Iran were to approve closing the Strait of Hormuz, it wouldn’t be easy, nor popular, De Haan added. On top of it all, it would not be in the country’s own economic interest, he said.

The Strait of Hormuz’s closure could increase the price of oil beyond $100 a barrel globally, triggering an increase in average gas prices in the U.S. according to news reports.

Iran also exports most of its crude through the passage, which in theory limits Tehran's appetite to shut the strait. But Tehran has nonetheless dedicated significant resources to making sure it ...

Key Points and Summary on Iran’s Naval Strategy – The Iranian military was actively preparing to lay mines in the Strait of Hormuz following Israel’s initial “Operation Rising Lion ...

In retaliation for U.S. military attacks against Iran, the country could attempt to shut down the Strait of Hormuz, through which one-fifth of the world's oil supply is shipped each day ...