Iran has directly deployed submarines in the Strait of Hormuz.

This place is a vital route for global oil tankers, with one-third of crude oil passing through here.
Previously, Iran could disrupt shipping lanes with mines, speedboats, and missiles; now, with submarines added, the situation has escalated directly.
Next, any minor friction could push oil prices higher, and market risks will also increase accordingly.

1: 31%-34% of global maritime crude oil shipments (about 13.4 million barrels per day) pass through here, totaling approximately 18.5 million barrels per day including refined oil products.

2: China's, India's, and Japan's and South Korea's Middle Eastern crude oil imports depend on this channel for 45%-67%.

3: The narrowest point is only 33 kilometers wide, with an average water depth of less than 70 meters, making it difficult for large fleets to operate; small submarines and mines are naturally dominant. #Gate广场五月交易分享 $BTC #比特币波动 #