Washington, May 6: Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz are escalating, putting pressure on global oil markets due to fears of prolonged disruptions in one of the world’s busiest energy corridors. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has warned that Iran’s actions could lead to significant economic instability.
During a press conference at the White House, Rubio stated that Iran’s attempts to control the movement of ships through the Strait threaten fuel supplies, global trade, and international maritime routes used by major economies.
Rubio emphasized, “This accounts for nearly a quarter of the world’s oil trade. The Iranian regime must not be allowed to decide who can use this vital waterway.”
These comments came as the Trump administration launched ‘Project Freedom,’ a military initiative aimed at ensuring the safe passage of commercial vessels through the narrow maritime corridor connecting the Persian Gulf to global markets.
Rubio noted that commercial ships carrying fuel, fertilizers, and humanitarian aid have been stranded for weeks due to Iranian attacks and the laying of mines in international waters. He acknowledged that as global oil markets react to this crisis, concerns about rising fuel prices in the U.S. are growing.
The Secretary of State stated that due to domestic energy production, the U.S. economy is in a more secure position compared to many others. However, he recognized that Americans are still feeling the impact.
Rubio remarked, “Clearly, we can still be affected by fluctuations in global prices to some extent. This is not good news for Americans who are paying more at the pump.”
He argued that this situation underscores why Washington views Iran’s nuclear ambitions as a direct threat to global economic stability. Rubio warned, “If Iran had nuclear weapons and decided to close the Strait, causing gas prices to soar to $9 or $8 per gallon, there would be nothing we could do about it.”
Rubio reiterated accusations against Iran for attempting to establish permanent control over an international maritime route. He stated, “We cannot live in a world where one country decides that it controls international shipping lanes and demands payment for their use.”
The Secretary also cautioned that failing to respond to Iran’s actions could encourage similar behavior elsewhere. Rubio claimed that these economic measures and maritime blockades are inflicting significant damage on Iran, stating, “Due to this blockade alone, Iran is losing up to $500 million in revenue every day.”
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