A map showing the Strait of Hormuz and Iran is seen behind a 3D printed oil pipeline in this illustration taken in June last year. KEY WATERWAYThe Strait of Hormuz is a bending waterway, about 33km wide at its narrowest point. The Strait of Hormuz through history has been important for trade, with ceramics, ivory, silk and textiles moving from China through the region. Trump said on social media that the US would dramatically increase attacks if Iran tried to close the Strait of Hormuz. Danish shipping company Maersk, the world’s biggest shipping company, said Sunday it is suspending all vessel crossings in the Strait of Hormuz until further notice.

Source: Taipei Times March 11, 2026 17:11 UTC