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UK service sector shrinks amid Iran war disruption and heatwave; FTSE 100 hits four-month closing high – business live

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The Guardian - UK

We blew up Iran's radar: Trump says US carried out strikes on Iran for 3 consecutive days

US President Donald Trump revealed American forces conducted strikes on Iran for three consecutive nights, targeting radar systems in response to attacks on commercial shipping. He asserted the US Navy's blockade effectively prevented any ships from reaching Iran, severely weakening its economy. Trump also detailed how the US quietly escorted…

The Economic Times

US-Iran talks end without breakthrough as Tehran's nuclear prowess stays off the table

Indirect talks between Iran and the US concluded without significant progress on lasting peace, focusing instead on resolved issues like maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz and unfreezing funds. While President Trump expressed optimism about nuclear program discussions, sources indicated this topic wasn't addressed. The next meeting is scheduled…

The Economic Times

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US-Iran Qatar talks show progress, Trump says, as both sides set up hotline

US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday indirect talks with Iran in Qatar were making progress, signalling diplomacy remained on track despite recent hostilities. Iran later said the talks had ended with agreement to establish a communication channel by Thursday to report and document violations of their initial memorandum of…

France 24

US-Iran ceasefire tailored for US mid-terms, not lasting peace: Report

The ceasefire between the US and Iran has eased fears of a wider conflict and led to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, pushing oil prices lower. However, the truce may be tactical rather than permanent, according to analyst cited by Reuters. The underlying disputes, over Iran's nuclear program,…

The Times of India

'Neither side thinks they've lost': Iran determined to keep Hormuz control, even by force

Iran is determined to secure international recognition of its control over the Strait of Hormuz and the right to charge ships for passage, even if it has to use force to achieve it, two senior Iranian sources said, as reported by Reuters.

The Times of India

Iran insists on keeping control over Hormuz: Report

Iran is determined to gain international recognition for its control over the Strait of Hormuz, including the right to levy fees on ships. Despite an interim deal with the U.S. allowing free passage for 60 days, Tehran insists on permanent control and will not negotiate other disputes until this is…

The Economic Times

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Iran shuts door on US peace talks, insists Hormuz stays under its control

Iran has refused to meet with top US envoys, casting doubt on peace prospects. Disagreements persist over a ceasefire and terms for lifting the Strait of Hormuz blockade. While shipping has partially resumed, Iran insists on controlling traffic and imposing tolls, a stance the US opposes. The conflict's impact on…

The Economic Times

US-Iran talks over $6bn Iranian assets to restart

Two sides yet to have face-to-face meeting since signing deal to reopen strait of Hormuz

The Guardian - UK

Morgan Stanley Cuts Oil Price Forecast As Strait Of Hormuz Traffic Rebounds Faster Than Expected

Morgan Stanley (NYSE:MS) lowered its oil price forecasts for this year and next after noting that oil tankers are moving through the Strait of Hormuz faster than expected.

Benzinga

Kevin Hassett Says Gas Prices Will Drop Once Strait Of Hormuz Traffic Returns To Normal—Democrat Senator Calls Recent Price Hike 'Unacceptable'

President Donald Trump‘s top economic advisor, Kevin Hassett, said on Monday that gas prices in the U.S. will come down to pre-Iran war levels once the traffic through the Strait of Hormuz moves normally.

Benzinga

Hormuz, Suez, Taiwan Strait: Why the world’s supply chains now need war-room planning

Global supply chains face unprecedented threats as maritime chokepoints become geopolitical battlegrounds. The US-Iran conflict highlighted how disruptions in vital waterways like the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb trigger widespread economic fallout, from soaring freight rates to increased inflation. Other critical routes, including the Suez, Taiwan, Malacca, and Panama…

The Times of India

How ships are risking ‘safe’ passage through the Strait of Hormuz

A plan to divert shipping through an alternative corridor off the Omani coast to avoid the threat of mines in the Strait of Hormuz has come under scrutiny after two attacks on ships in recent days. Though Iran and Oman agreed to engage in talks on Monday on the strait's…

France 24

Iran-US war latest: Trump sends envoys to Qatar despite Tehran ruling out peace talks

Marco Rubio and Steve Witkoff are travelling to represent the US

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France 24

Iran, US trade attacks in the Strait of Hormuz: Navigating the 'Guardian Angel' route

Shots have been fired in the Strait of Hormuz. The is a diplomatic and logistical condundrum of what to do next. A literal rock and a hard place, where 11,000 crew remain stuck on ships in the middle of two warring belligerents now negotiating peace, telling them opposing advice on…

International Business Times

Iran Strikes Again As Tensions Resurface In Middle East

Iran launched fresh strikes in the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday as tensions escalated again in the Middle East threatening a fragile ceasefire agreement reached between Washington and Tehran earlier this month.

Euronews

UK maritime agency raises Strait of Hormuz threat level after oil tanker reports being struck

It comes after the US military carried out strikes on Iran, which it said were in response to Iranian drone attacks on shipping in the Strait.

Euronews

Gulf states weigh living side by side with Iran as Tehran weaponises Hormuz

As the frontline countries paying the largest price for the Iran war, pressed by severe economic urgencies, the Gulf states are beginning their own firm process towards regional stability with rival Iran, while Tehran continues weaponising the Strait of Hormuz to sow division with its neighbours.

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The Economic Times

Oil falls to pre-war levels on rising Middle East supply

Oil prices have dropped to pre-Iran war levels as increased Middle Eastern supply overshadows demand worries. Flows through the Strait of Hormuz are nearing normalcy, boosting confidence despite ongoing demining efforts. Meanwhile, Iraq is contemplating leaving OPEC due to quota concerns, and Ukraine has targeted Russian oil facilities. These developments…

France 24

Maritime traffic picks up in Strait of Hormuz, but uncertainty lingers

Oil prices continue their slide on Thursday as traffic through the Hormuz Strait has picked up over the past few days. Uncertainty lingers for the shipping industry, though, as disagreements over a potential toll to pass through the Strait could be a stumbling block in US-Iran talks. Also in this…

The Economic Times

Oil prices extend decline on expectations of smoother crude flows via Hormuz

Oil prices dipped to four-month lows as tensions eased between the US and Iran, paving the way for more tankers to navigate the Strait of Hormuz. Following peace talks and a sanctions waiver, Iran's oil sales are expected to increase. Discussions are ongoing regarding navigation in the vital waterway, with…

The Times of India

UN launches evacuation of 11,000 stranded sailors in Strait of Hormuz amid US-Iran toll dispute

The UN is actively facilitating the evacuation of approximately 11,000 sailors from the Strait of Hormuz, a critical move emerging from a recent US-Iran peace accord. While maritime activities begin to resume, disputes linger regarding the future management and potential tariffs of the strait's usage. The US upholds its position…

The Economic Times

'All-time record, Strait totally open': Trump says 19 million barrels of oil exited Hormuz on Monday

President Trump announced unprecedented maritime activity in the Strait of Hormuz following a new diplomatic understanding with Iran. He claimed record oil flow and asserted that oil prices are falling, making the world safer. The US also aims to permanently block Iran's path to nuclear weapons, while regional stability remains…

The Times of India

'Nuclear inspection in Iran to be highest': Trump says blockade to resume if Iran goes back on deal

US President Donald Trump announced Iran has agreed to long-term nuclear facility monitoring and financial concessions, with Washington easing Strait of Hormuz shipping restrictions. Trump claimed this secures "Nuclear Honesty" and an open Strait, citing record oil flow. However, Iranian officials disputed the scope of nuclear inspections, stating previously targeted…

The Economic Times

Eleven India-bound vessels have crossed Strait of Hormuz since signing of Iran-US MoU: MEA

Eleven India-bound vessels have successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz since the US-Iran agreement on June 17, according to MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal. Ten Indian-flagged ships remain in the Persian Gulf, with two more entering the region. This crucial waterway, vital for global oil transit, has recently faced disruptions, raising…

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