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Donald Trump urges tankers to ‘show some guts’ in Strait of Hormuz as oil prices surge

President Trump urged tanker crews navigating the Strait of Hormuz to "show some guts," asserting that Iran's naval capabilities have been significantly diminished. He stated there is "nothing to be afraid of" as global oil prices surged over $100 per barrel due to fears of supply disruptions.

The Times of India

Iran war ‘could bring down global economy’ after warning oil could reach $150 a barrel

The bombing of Iranian oil depots, retaliatory strikes across the Gulf and disruption in the Strait of Hormuz is hiking prices, prompting warnings oil could reach $150 a barrel and a gas shortfall in Britain

The Independent UK

'If They Rise, They Rise' — Trump Shrugs Off Surging Pump Prices as Qatar's Energy Minister Warns Oil Could Hit $150 a Barrel

As the US-Iran conflict intensifies, oil prices are skyrocketing, with potential global economic impacts. Discover how the Strait of Hormuz tensions are affecting energy markets.

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As Analysts Call for Brent Crude to Hit $120, Here Are the 3 Top-Rated Oil Stocks to Buy Now

J.P. Morgan believes a prolonged Strait of Hormuz disruption could push Brent to $120 to $130. Diamondback, Sunoco LP, and Viper Energy sit among Wall Street’s highest‑rated ways to ride that risk premium.

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US offers India 30-day waiver to buy Russian oil amid Strait of Hormuz disruption

Indian refiners, whose supplies were stuck in the Gulf, have started buying Russian oil

The Independent UK

European stock markets rally after report of ‘secret outreach’ by Iran to try to end war

UK’s FTSE 100 up by more than 50 points, while pan-European Stoxx 600 share index rises 1.2%

The Guardian - UK

US submarine sank Iranian warship, Hegseth says – as it happened

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'We've just begun': US says it has bombed over 2,000 targets in Iran - top developments

Israel and the United States have launched a major joint operation against Iran. The campaign involves extensive strikes targeting Iranian military and nuclear facilities. Iran has retaliated, hitting US diplomatic sites and energy infrastructure across the region. The conflict has spread, causing casualties and displacement. Global energy prices are rising…

The Times of India

‘Free flow of energy’: Donald Trump orders US Navy to escort tankers through Strait of Hormuz

President Trump has ordered the US Navy to escort oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz if needed and directed a federal agency to offer political risk insurance for maritime trade in the Gulf. This immediate action aims to guarantee the uninterrupted global energy supply amidst escalating Middle East tensions.

The Times of India

Iran Fires on the One Port Designed to Bypass the Strait of Hormuz, and Oil Markets Are Already Reacting

The recent attack on Fujairah's oil facilities highlights the escalating tensions in the Gulf, impacting global oil supply and prices.

International Business Times UK

Bulletin PM briefing: Iran latest as new missile threat issued

Here are five of the day’s top stories in case you missed them. Iran issues new threat following Strait of Hormuz closure. UK sending warship to Cyprus after RAF base attacked by Iran. Iran bombs another embassy as the US races to evacuate staff. How Israeli spies hacked traffic cameras…

The Independent UK

Iran issues new threat following Strait of Hormuz closure with multiple tankers stranded

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The Independent UK

EU praises Azerbaijani gas partnership amid energy disruption triggered by Middle East crisis

Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen said Azerbaijan's gas supplies will remain an important backbone of the EU's energy security as the bloc deals with a new energy crisis following the suspension of LNG shipments from Qatar and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

Euronews

Iran issues new Strait of Hormuz warning as tanker traffic grinds to a halt

An expert has warned that a lengthy closure would push crude oil prices ‘well into triple digits’

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International Business Times UK

Could Iran Close Hormuz? Experts Say It Is Not That Simple

Explore the geopolitical significance of the Strait of Hormuz and the complexities surrounding potential disruptions.

Euronews

‘A world chained to fossil fuels’: Does the war on Iran prove it’s time to quit oil for good?

After Iran warned that the Strait of Hormuz was closed for navigation, climate groups have urged governments to focus on clean energy.

The Independent UK

Oil prices surge as Strait of Hormuz tanker disruptions rattle global supply

Oil prices have jumped as tanker disruptions near the Strait of Hormuz raise fears about supply shortages from the Persian Gulf

Axios

The U.S. is destroying Iran's navy after it tried to shut down global oil flows

A fifth of the world's oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz.

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Oil prices soar 10% as tanker traffic halts near the Strait of Hormuz amid Iran attacks while IRGC warns against passage. 'Our ships will stay put'

Hundreds of tankers carrying oil and liquid natural gas have dropped anchor or remain stationary near the Strait of Hormuz.

The Times of India

Middle East crisis: Oil tanker hit near Oman in Strait of Hormuz amid Iranian retaliation; 15 Indian nationals evacuated

An oil tanker, the Skylight, was attacked off Oman's coast, injuring four crew members and prompting an evacuation. This incident follows Iran's warning to close the vital Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil route. Shipping giants are suspending transit, and insurers are withdrawing cover, raising fears of severe global…

Euronews

First oil tanker attacked in the Strait of Hormuz according to Oman

An oil tanker was attacked off the coast of Musandam in the Strait of Hormuz. Four people were injured and all 20 crew members were evacuated, according to Oman's Maritime Security Centre.

The Independent UK

Iran closes key Strait of Hormuz shipping route after ayatollah threatens to sink US warships

The strategic waterway has not been shut since the 1980s. The move comes amid ongoing tensions with the US

The Independent UK

Iran temporarily closed the Strait of Hormuz as it held latest round of indirect talks with US

Iran announced the temporary closure of the Strait of Hormuz for live fire military drills as its negotiators held another round of indirect talks with the United States in Geneva over its disputed nuclear program

The Independent UK

What to know about the Strait of Hormuz as Iran plans military drill while tensions are high with US

Iran plans a military drill in the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial global shipping lane

Euronews

Iranian navy seizes 'foreign' oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz

Authorities detained 16 foreign crew members but did not reveal their nationalities or the tanker's flag, Tehran-run state media reported.

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