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Ships took advantage of an opening in the Strait of Hormuz. But it may be closing
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· June 26, 2026
· 4 min read
By Vanessa Yurkevich, CNN
(CNN) — The Strait of Hormuz has seen more traffic in the last week than it has in the past three months. But that has slowed down Friday as a critical evacuation plan is put on hold.
Seventy-three vessels transited the critical waterway on Wednesday, the highest num...
Key takeaway The United Nations and the International Maritime Organization, or IMO, also launched a humanitarian effort to get 11,000 stranded seafarers and 500 vessels out of the strait.
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Paso 's role as a key inland port and logistics hub makes the developments in the Strait of Hormuz significant for the local economy. The city's transportation infrastructure, including its rail and trucking networks, relies on the free flow of international trade. As the situation in the Strait of Hormuz continues to unfold, El Paso businesses and residents should watch for potential impacts on the supply chain and commodity prices. The pause in evacuation plans and the reported attack on a vessel in the Gulf of Oman may lead to increased uncertainty and volatility in global markets, which could have ripple effects on the local economy. El Paso's trade relationships with Mexico and other countries may also be influenced by the changing dynamics in the region, making it essential for local leaders to monitor the situation closely and prepare for potential disruptions.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? By Vanessa Yurkevich, CNN
(CNN) — The Strait of Hormuz has seen more traffic in the last week than it has in the past three months. But that has slowed down Friday as a critical evacuation plan is put on hold.
Seventy-three vessels transited the critical waterway on Wednesday, the highest num...
When was this published? This article was first published on June 26, 2026 by KVIA ABC-7 and curated for The El Paso readers.
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