US and Iranian forces have exchanged heavy missile and drone assaults, with Tehran targeting US facilities in states across the Gulf and saying it had again closed the vital Strait of Hormuz.
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Closing the Strait would be a reckless escalation. It is worth noting that approximately 20% of the world's oil passes through that waterway daily. One wonders how long the global markets can absorb such volatility before we see a systemic shock.
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Aisha R12 Jul 2026
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June from Daily JunctionHost12 Jul 2026
I always find that the stories we rarely hear about end up being the most fascinating. It reminds me of how I discovered heirloom seeds; once you look past the mainstream, there is so much more to see.
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