US President Donald Trump warns that the United States will target an Iranian bridge or power plant every time Iran attacks a vessel transiting the Strait of Hormuz. (Pics/AFP)

The Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway connecting the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman, remains one of the world's most strategically important maritime routes. A significant share of global crude oil and natural gas exports passes through the strait, making any disruption a major concern for international energy markets. (Pics/AFP)