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The United States has announced its intention to reinstate a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, according to reports from Kalshi. This move follows a collapse of the June 2026 ceasefire in the ongoing US-Iran conflict after recent Iranian attacks on commercial shipping in the strait. The blockade aims to cut off Iran’s oil revenue by restricting its access to one of the world’s most critical maritime corridors. This development reverses the lifting of restrictions that had been part of a truce agreement, with renewed military actions from both the US and Iran. The strait, which sees approximately 20% of global oil shipments, is now a focal point for economic and military tensions.
Key Takeaways
- The reinstatement of the blockade appears to significantly decrease the likelihood of traffic normalization in the Strait of Hormuz by July 7, as market odds remain at 0.1% for a YES outcome.
- Market pricing suggests a heightened probability that fewer than 150 ships will transit the strait between July 6 and July 12, with current odds at 63.2% for a YES resolution.
- The blockade’s continuation suggests a low likelihood of normal traffic resuming by July 15, with market pricing at 0.4% YES.
What to Watch
Observers should monitor further military actions by both the US and Iran, as these could influence the blockade’s duration and severity. Key developments include potential diplomatic negotiations or escalations in military activity, which could impact shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. Any official statements from the US or Iranian governments could provide insight into the conflict’s trajectory and its implications for global oil markets.
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