Tensions surge in the world’s most critical oil chokepoint as Russia, China, and Iran launch major joint naval exercises in the Strait of Hormuz. The drills, known as “Maritime Security Belt 2026,” include live-fire missile launches and coordinated warship maneuvers.
The military display unfolds amid heightened U.S.-Iran tensions and sensitive nuclear negotiations in Geneva. As nearly 20–30% of global oil supply passes through these narrow waters, the show of force raises serious concerns about global energy security.
With U.S. carrier strike groups — including the USS Abraham Lincoln — deployed to the region, analysts warn the strategic message is clear: power projection, deterrence, and rising geopolitical risk in the Middle East’s most vital maritime corridor.
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