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15 Jul 2026, 18:17 UTC · 2h ago

Fractured Iran Makes Hormuz Flare-Ups Inevitable, Is China The Key?

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The IRGC's autonomy within Iran's leadership makes a durable peace in the Strait of Hormuz unlikely. — Long-term instability in a primary global oil chokepoint sustains a high risk premium for energy markets.
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Short-term ceasefires are considered unreliable without explicit backing from the IRGC. — Reduces the market's ability to price in peace rallies, as diplomatic wins may not translate to actual stability.
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Continued disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz are expected to sustain energy market volatility. — Persistent volatility increases hedging costs and operational risk for energy-dependent assets.
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