IRGC unveils a new map of the Strait of Hormuz area which is under Iranian control

The unveiling of a new map by the IRGC highlighting Iranian control of the Strait of Hormuz underscores rising geopolitical tensions in a crucial energy corridor.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 4 May 2026, 09:05 UTCOn the live feed at 08:45 UTC — 5 more headlines followed before this page went public

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IRGC unveils a new map of the Strait of Hormuz area which is under Iranian control

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From the south of the line between Mount Mubarak in Iran and south of Fujairah in the UAE.
From the west of the line between the end of Qeshm Island in Iran and Umm Al-Qawin in the UAE.

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This move could signal potential escalations that may disrupt oil supply routes, impacting WTI and Brent prices significantly. Traders should closely monitor reactions in energy markets and any subsequent diplomatic responses from neighboring countries or global powers.

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