On the BBC, Bryan Clark discusses how the Strait of Hormuz has long been a central element of Iranian strategy in the event of an existential conflict. He also explains how ships navigating the strait are vulnerable to potential attacks.
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The Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company’s Fab 20, which specializes in the production of 2-nanometer advanced chips, in Hsinchu, Taiwan, on March 28, 2026. (Getty Images)