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Eigen also commented on how events in the Middle East could affect oil prices. He noted: "We will not worry about the situation in the Strait of Hormuz, as we will take all the oil from the hands of the Iranian leadership."
Recently, Iran announced the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which plays a crucial role in global oil transportation. This ban affected all types of vessels, including commercial ships and tankers. As a result, traffic in this strategic waterway has virtually come to a standstill, and some vessels have been subjected to missile attacks.
