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Dunce Cap on the Strait: Ignorance Blocks Hormuz in Satirical Map

Dunce Blocks Hormuz Strait

Apr
9
2026
A caricature wearing a dunce cap blocks the Strait of Hormuz on a Middle East map, highlighting foreign policy, ignorance, and oil choke points.
Paul Duginski, CagleCartoons.com
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The cartoon depicts a simplified map of the Middle East, including labels for Iran, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Riyadh, and the Persian Gulf. The Strait of Hormuz is prominently marked, with a caricatured man in a suit and red tie wearing a dunce cap labeled \'DUNCE\' positioned over it. This setup uses the strait as a choke point for oil and energy, tying into themes of foreign policy, war, and ignorance. The image critiques handling of Middle East waterway issues, possibly linked to closure threats, tankers, and ceasefire efforts. Artist signature appears in the bottom right.

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