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humor The Daily Mash 2026-04-08

Strait of Hormuz Opens for Tourists: Come See the Oil!

Apparently, after the global threat of total destruction subsided, the world's most dangerous shipping lane is now open for leisurely cruises. Bring your flippers; the oil barrels are waiting for your selfie.


THE Strait of Hormuz has welcomed back tourists to enjoy pleasure cruises and more on its popular waters. <p><b>THE Strait of Hormuz has welcomed back tourists to enjoy pleasure cruises and more on its popular waters.</b></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">With a two-week ceasefire agreed in the Middle East, the Iranian tourist board has happily announced that the Strait is once again open for sightseeing cruises, jetskiing and even gondola trips.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;...

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