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March 27, 2026

Is there scope for hope?

I write in reference to the editorial Iran's Hormuz blockade will hurt friend and foe alike (March 25): the US-Israel war against Iran has escalated tensions in the Middle East and created a global energy crisis. Rising fuel prices have affected economies worldwide, placing a heavy burden on ordinary people. Despite the severe economic costs, loss of human lives and billions of dollars already spent, neither the US nor Iran has yet presented a fully viable solution to end the conflict. However, there is hope that diplomatic efforts – perhaps with help from India – could help ease tensions and lead to the complete reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. At this point, hope remains the most important factor, as the world looks for a peaceful resolution to this crisis. – K Ragavan, Bengaluru, India