Good evening. This snapshot of stories and roundup is recommended just for you, based on your interests and reading history. | | | | The Strait of Hormuz, off Bandar Abbas, Iran, on Monday. (Razieh Poudat/ISNA/AP) | | | | | | | What to know The Strait of Hormuz remains a point of tension as the U.S. and Iran engage in conflict, disrupting global energy flows. President Donald Trump has declared the U.S. as the "guardian" of the strait, but maritime activity remains limited through the waterway. The U.S. reinstated a naval blockade, while Iran has targeted commercial vessels. Experts are warning of a prolonged conflict with significant economic impacts. Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed. | | | | | How was today's newsletter? | | | | | | | | |