How the U.S. Navy Is Helping Get Oil Through the Strait of HormuzBuobe IA context · why it matters The presence of approximately 20 warships — Ensures maritime security and facilitates oil passage through the Strait of Hormuz. Increased naval activities — May heighten tensions with Iran, potentially affecting regional stability. Published bynytimes.comon •1 min readThe U.S.S. Abraham Lincoln, in a handout photo, conducting operations related to the Strait of Hormuz in April.navyoilship trafficexportsLearn moreShareLegalReport