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news Dw English 2026-05-22

Strait of Hormuz Standoff: Iran's Economy vs. US Sanctions

Iran's sanctions-hardened economy is betting on outlasting the Strait of Hormuz crisis, while the US contends with rising oil prices, inflation, and global recession risks.


Tehran is betting that its sanctions‑hardened economy can outlast the Strait of Hormuz crisis. Washington, meanwhile, is contending with elevated oil prices, renewed inflation pressure and rising global recession risks.

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