Frank Luntz
Whether the Strait of Hormuz is declared “open” or “closed,” the only status that matters is how many ships are passing through it. Before February 28, 2026, about 130-140 ships traversed the strait each day. Yesterday, it was 8. 👉🏻 https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/hormuz-shipping-traffic-falls-one-week-low-amid-hostilities-2026-08-12/
