Securing shipping lane from Mideast war 'challenging', say experts

US-Israeli attacks on Iran since Saturday and Iran's fiery response have caused global economic turmoil as shipping avoids the Strait of Hormuz near Iran, one of the world's most vital shipping lanes. Around a fifth of the world's crude and liquefied natural gas from the Gulf, must pass through this chokepoint. While Iran has not officially shut off the Strait of Hormuz, shipping through the waterway has all but dried up. President Donald Trump said Tuesday the US Navy was ready to escort oil...