During the 2026 crisis, Iran announced a new body to control shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, called the:
- AHormuz Maritime Council
- BPersian Gulf Strait Authority
- CGulf Shipping Corporation
- DStrait Security Command
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Correct answer: (b) Persian Gulf Strait Authority
Explanation
Iran announced the Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA).
The Strait of Hormuz, about 33 km wide at its narrowest, carries over 20% of the world's oil and about 40% of India's energy imports.