Following US-Israel strikes on Iran in February, Iran effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global oil transit route, significantly disrupting supplies and increasing pressure on opposing nations. This closure stranded seafarers and impacted residents of the islands within the strait. FRANCE 24 correspondent Reza Sayah reported from the region, interviewing those directly affected by the blockade. Plans are in place to fully reopen the shipping channel after June 19th, though the long-term consequences remain uncertain. The Iranian action was a strategic move intended to leverage its position against its adversaries. The situation highlights the Strait of Hormuz’s critical role in the global energy market and the potential for disruption in the Middle East. The reopening is anticipated to alleviate some of the pressure on global oil prices.