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Why the Strait of Hormuz is critical for global oil supplies

The intensifying conflict in the Middle East is raising new concerns about its potential impact on the oil and gas industry. Much of the focus is on whether Iran will close the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global crude oil supply. CBS News' Meg Oliver explains how the Strait functions and what a potential closure could mean on a worldwide scale.
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