Strait of Tiran

The Strait of Tiran is a narrow waterway located between the coast of Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula and the Sinai Mountain Range, connecting the Gulf of Aqaba to the Red Sea. It is a key maritime shortcut for ships traveling between Asia, Europe, and Africa, particularly for Israeli, Egyptian, Jordanian, and international trade routes. Control over this strait is strategically important because if access is blocked, it can prevent ships from reaching ports in the inland countries, affecting regional trade and security. Its significance has historically made it a focal point in Middle Eastern geopolitics.