Published: Jun 24, 2026, 10:42 IST | Updated: Jun 24, 2026, 10:42 IST
The Strait of Hormuz crisis has exposed a critical weakness in the Gulf's energy lifeline. As fears of future disruptions grow, Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Iraq are fast-tracking pipelines and alternative export routes to reduce dependence on the world's most strategic chokepoint. Here's how the Hormuz scare is redrawing the Gulf's energy map.