The White House is escalating pressure on Oman to sever diplomatic relations with Iran, based on intelligence that Oman may have colluded with Tehran to impose fees on vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump has threatened military force and economic sanctions if Oman does not comply. The Strait of Hormuz is a critical global energy artery, handling roughly 20 million barrels of oil daily. Its narrow width (13 miles at its narrowest) makes it vulnerable to disruption, which could choke off oil and gas supplies to major economies. The Musandam Peninsula, an Omani exclave gives Muscat extraordinary leverage…

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