Strait of Hormuz traffic returning to normal by year-end stays a long shot

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    "The Polymarket contract on Strait of Hormuz traffic returning to normal by December 31 sits at just 12%, via UMA oracle.",
    "Fresh tanker strikes in the Strait are consistent with the market's heavy discount on near-term resolution, the price does not reflect Trump's optimistic framing.",
    "WSJ separately reported US and Israeli military preparations for possible post-midterm strikes, adding further downside risk to the resolution window.",
    "Resolution via UMA oracle; the December 31 deadline is tight given active military operations and ongoing Iranian threats."
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