The geopolitical tension in the Persian Gulf escalates as the United States and Iran continue their military confrontation for 135 days, competing for strategic dominance over the critical Strait of Hormuz. Recent weekend hostilities underscore the ongoing regional instability affecting global energy security and international shipping routes. Both nations strengthen their naval presence amid escalating threats and countermeasures in this vital waterway.

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