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Where is Hormuz Island located in relation to Iran and the Strait of Hormuz?
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Hormuz is situated directly on the Strait of Hormuz, which serves as the vital sea channel connecting the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman. The island is located 5 miles (8 km) off the southern coast of Iran, placing it in a highly strategic position near the port city of Bandar Abbas.12