Video: The Strait of Hormuz Is No Easy Battlefield for the US

The Strait of Hormuz is not just an ordinary sea route; it is the world’s most vital energy pathway—the lifeblood that carries nearly one-fifth of the global oil supply. When tensions escalate and Iran begins attacking commercial ships in the area, the impact immediately shakes global energy prices, triggering surges in oil costs and pressuring the world economy. Markets panic, supply chains are disrupted, and the world is once again confronted with a stark reality: whoever controls the Strait of Hormuz wields significant influence over global stability. So why does the United States, with the world’s largest military force, not directly step in to secure this route? Watch the full information in CNBC Indonesia’s Big Stories of The Week programme (Friday, 03/04/2026) below.