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The Hormuz Toll Could Break the World Economy
Stalled in Ukraine and starved of victories, Putin may seek a quick show of force against Armenia or Georgia — small, weakly defended neighbours he could overrun in days to prove Russia still commands fear.
Simon Whistler • May 26, 2026
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