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Oil Routes Shift as Strait Tensions Rise | Wilmington News
Gas prices soar as global oil markets strain, spotlighting the Strait of Hormuz — but nations are racing to build new pipelines and bypass routes to keep fuel flowing. While 15 million barrels daily still move through the strait, countries like Saudi Arabia and the UAE are investing billions in alternatives to avoid future disruptions. These projects won’t solve everything overnight — some estimates say full replacement could take up to five years — and new pipelines remain vulnerable to regional conflicts and attacks. The Houthis’ potential strikes in the Red Sea add another layer of risk to…
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