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All oil tankers leaving from Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Iraq, and Iran that are destined for the United States or other Western states MUST pass through the Strait of Hormuz, effectively making the strait's control important for securing the supply of Middle Eastern petroleum to Western consumers.

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They are all narrow waterways easily defendable and could control the access of enemy shipping.

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The nations that adjoin these waterways depend on them as a source of fresh water

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The Strait of Hormuz and Persian Gulf are important for the transit of oil tankers.

As for "Suarez Canal" - you need a serious look at an atlas.

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