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Iran claims the Strait of Hormuz is closed again. Few ships were leaving in the first place
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· June 20, 2026
· 1 min read
By Chris Isidore, CNN
(CNN) — Even before Iran announced Saturday that the Strait of Hormuz was again closed, ship operators had pulled back on sailings through the critical channel.
Twenty-five ships traveled through the critical channel on Thursday, according to data from marine intelligenc...
Key takeaway Twenty-five ships traveled through the critical channel on Thursday, according to data from marine intelligenc...
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Paso 's role as a key transportation hub in the southwestern United States means that global shipping disruptions can have a ripple effect on the local economy. Although the Strait of Hormuz is thousands of miles away, the reduced ship traffic and oil flows will likely impact the price and availability of fuel in the El Paso area. This could have significant consequences for local businesses, particularly those in the transportation and logistics sector, which are crucial to the city's economy. As the situation in the Persian Gulf continues to unfold, El Pasoans should be aware of the potential for increased fuel costs and supply chain disruptions, which could affect everything from commuting to consumer goods. The city's business community will be watching the developments in the Strait of Hormuz closely, as a stable and reliable global shipping system is essential to the region's economic well-being.
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Published: June 20, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
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What is this story about? By Chris Isidore, CNN
(CNN) — Even before Iran announced Saturday that the Strait of Hormuz was again closed, ship operators had pulled back on sailings through the critical channel.
Twenty-five ships traveled through the critical channel on Thursday, according to data from marine intelligenc...
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