Strait of
Hormuz, the world’s most important choke point for oil
shipments, has become a contentious issue between the
U.S. and Iran. On Sunday, the U.S. warned that there
will be consequences if Iran tries to close Strait of
Hormuz. (File Photo)
''US would take action
against Iran closure of Hormuz'
Joint Chiefs of Staff chairman
Dempsey says that Iran has the capability
to close the Strait for a time but that US
would be able to restore free traffic soon
after. Defense Sec. Panetta: Pressure the
responsible path.