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Red Sea Threats Loom Over Global Economy, Council on Foreign Relations Warns

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The Council on Foreign Relations has highlighted the growing risk posed by the Red Sea to global trade flows, drawing parallels to the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz.

The organization noted that disruptions in the Red Sea could have far‑reaching economic consequences, given the volume of shipping that passes through the area. While the report does not detail specific incidents, it underscores the strategic vulnerability of maritime routes in the region.

The warning comes amid heightened geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, where shipping lanes are increasingly viewed as potential flashpoints for conflict.

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