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From Oil Routes To Breathtaking Coastal Landscapes, What Makes Iran’s Hormuz Island So Unique?

As Iran–US–Israel tensions put the Strait of Hormuz back in global headlines, what else is this vital waterway known for? See its fjords, island history, and scenic coasts

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