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Is Iran unable to locate its mines in the Strait of Hormuz?

The New York Times reports, citing officials, that Iran may not have accurate records of the locations of all the mines it has laid. Reports suggest that the planting was carried out in a random and disorganised.

Euronews

Highest surge since US-Iran war: Three vessels transit Strait of Hormuz in a day

Two Chinese supertankers are transiting the Strait of Hormuz amidst US-Iran peace talks and a temporary ceasefire. This marks a significant day for oil exiting the region, though still below pre-conflict levels. An Indian LPG tanker also passed through, signaling a potential easing of trade disruptions.

The Times of India

Strait of Hormuz Traffic Remains Near Standstill Despite US-Iran Ceasefire as Iran Limits Access

Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, the vital chokepoint for roughly one-fifth of the world's oil supply, remained severely restricted Saturday as Iran continued to control access and limit transits more than three days after a fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire took effect.

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US-Iran direct talks in Pakistan mark first since 1979: What’s at stake

High-level talks are underway in Pakistan between US and Iranian delegations. The discussions aim to secure a ceasefire and find a path to lasting peace. Key points on the agenda include the situation in Lebanon, control of the Strait of Hormuz, Iran's nuclear program, and sanctions relief. Troop withdrawal from…

The Times of India

Former defence secretary issues warning over UK ships in Strait of Hormuz

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The Independent UK

Sending UK ships to police Strait of Hormuz ‘a fantasy’, ex-defence secretary warns

Ben Wallace accuses government of ‘taking the public for fools’ – as peace talks to end Donald Trump’s war get underway

The Independent UK

‘Strait of Hormuz will open, with or without Iran’: Donald Trump ahead of peace talks in Pakistan

US President Donald Trump on Friday (local time) asserted the Strait of Hormuz “will open with or without Iran,” ahead of ceasefire talks with Tehran scheduled in Islamabad.

The Times of India

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UK to host more talks on reopening Strait of Hormuz shipping route

Evening Standard

Barbra Streisand reminds the world that Trump’s lies are for the gullible — and plenty are still falling for it

Barbra Streisand just dropped another pointed critique of President Donald Trump on BlueSky on April 8, 2026, sharing a quote from Representative Jim McGovern saying, “So he’ll stop bombing Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz which was open before he started bombing Iran. Got it.” This sentiment, originally shared…

The Mary Sue

Pakistan prepares to host US-Iran talks as ceasefire remains shaky

Islamabad is getting ready to host talks on Friday between the United States and Iran on a resolution to the war and the Strait of Hormuz, which remains at a standstill despite the ceasefire.

Euronews

Trump Says Iran Is Doing a 'Very Poor Job', 'That Is Not the Agreement We Have' Amid Strait of Hormuz Oil Tensions

Trump criticises Iran over Strait of Hormuz oil flow, saying it is 'doing a very poor job' amid fragile ceasefire and rising tensions.

International Business Times UK

North Sea oil prices hit record high amid Strait of Hormuz row

It eclipses the previous record, set during the 2008 financial crisis

The Independent UK

Crumbling ceasefire? Trump accuses Iran over Strait of Hormuz as Iran's Supreme Leader demands 'blood money'

Iran was ‘doing a very poor job’ of allowing tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, President Donald Trump said amid fears of a possible collapse in the agreed ceasefire between the US and Iran

Evening Standard

Iranian leader vows to ‘take revenge’ for father’s death in US-Israeli strikes

Iran's supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has vowed to “take revenge” for those killed in the country's war with the United States, including his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Mr Khamenei said that Iran would seek compensation for all inflicted damage, blood money for martyrs, and compensation for the wounded. The 56-year-old…

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The Times of India

'Will advance management of Strait of Hormuz to new stage': Iran's Mojatba Khamenei flags shift amid fragile truce with US-Israel

Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has vowed to escalate control over the Strait of Hormuz, signaling a tougher stance amid a strained ceasefire with the US and Israel. He declared Iran would seek compensation for wartime losses and warned aggressors would not go unpunished. Khamenei also claimed victory in…

Evening Standard

Starmer and Trump discuss need for ‘practical plan’ to reopen Strait of Hormuz

The Prime Minister spoke to the US president while visiting the UK’s allies in the Gulf region.

Evening Standard

UK’s lead role on Strait of Hormuz highlights ‘mindset shift’, says Nato chief

Europe is assuming ‘a greater and fairer share of the task’ of providing for its defence, according to Mark Rutte.

The Independent UK

Trump issues ‘ultimatum’ to Nato allies over the Strait of Hormuz

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Trump tests Nato, demands pledges to secure Hormuz as Iran keeps chokehold on strait

The cracks in Nato grew wider after the bloc gave a cold shoulder to the Washington when Trump sought the Cold War-era alliance to step in the war against Iran and use it as a leverage in easing Tehran's grip over Strait of Hormuz that has squeesed oil supply. The…

The Independent UK

The three vessels to have transited the Strait of Hormuz since ceasefire

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International Business Times UK

Strait Of Hormuz Update: Fears Grow Over Iranian Sea Mines In 'Danger Zone'

Concerns grow over Iranian sea mines in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil-shipping corridor. The presence of mines poses significant risks to commercial and military vessels.

The Independent UK

Experts see no sign of shipping revival in Strait of Hormuz despite US-Iran ceasefire

Just three vessels have transited the critical waterway since the ceasefire was announced

International Business Times UK

Karoline Leavitt Experiences 'Embarrassing Moment' When Asked Who Controls Strait of Hormuz - Dodged the Question Twice Before Pivoting

Karoline Leavitt avoids answering who controls the Strait of Hormuz during a White House briefing, raising questions about the ceasefire with Iran.

The Independent UK

Yvette Cooper insists Iran cannot toll Strait of Hormuz and slams Trump’s comments

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Evening Standard

Stop attacks on Lebanon, Britain tells Israel amid fragile ceasefire as it warns Tehran not to 'hijack' Strait of Hormuz

Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper also told Tehran to stop ‘hijacking’ the Strait of Hormuz as the truce between the US and Iran was hanging by a thread

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