US Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged China to pressure Iran against closing the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial oil shipping route. Iran's parliament reportedly supported closure, but the final decision rests with the national security council. Closing the strait could drastically increase oil prices, impacting global economies. While the US Navy is expected to counter any Iranian attempt, analysts warn of potential prolonged disruptions, potentially lasting weeks or months, before US intervention would restore normalcy.

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