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The Latest Breaking News from Strait of Hormuz

Vance warns Americans of ‘rough road ahead’ as gas prices soar but promises it’s a ‘temporary blip’

Vance’s remarks come as cost of gas in the U.S. continues to rise due to Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz

The Independent UK

British military experts working with US on options to reopen Strait of Hormuz

Defence sources played down the prospect of countries being willing to risk their warships under the current threat of attack from Iran.

Evening Standard

Trump Defiant After Allies Snub Call to Protect Strait of Hormuz: 'We Don't Need Any Help'

His statement conflicts with his stance on 16 March, when he said that 'numerous countries' were 'on their way' to assist.

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At least 30 warships needed to open Strait of Hormuz amid Iran blockade, sources say

The ships would be needed to escort commercial vessels through the key waterway amid the Iran war

Evening Standard

Tories set to force vote on scrapping fuel duty increase

Oil and gas prices have been driven up as Iran has throttled key shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz.

Evening Standard

Who blinks first: What Iran’s Strait of Hormuz strategy reveals about its war goals

Attacks on ships in Hormuz and strikes across the region expose Tehran's strategy of gradual escalation and long war, testing US, Israeli and Gulf resolve.

Euronews

Why Iran’s ‘drifting’ mines in the Strait of Hormuz will be so difficult to clear – despite Trump’s claim ‘we don’t need help’

Experts tell The Independent that mine clearance is a ‘slow and grinding business’

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Trump attacks Nato over Strait of Hormuz as he issues new threat

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The Independent UK

Trump criticises allies over reluctance to commit to Strait of Hormuz defence

Sir Keir Starmer insisted he would not allow the UK to be drawn into a wider war as Donald Trump maintained his criticism of allies.

Evening Standard

'Finish off what's left in Iran?' Trump sends 'straight' message to 'non-responsive' allies

US President Donald Trump has sharply criticised allies for not backing Washington's military actions against Iran, questioning their commitment. He stated the US, as the world's most powerful nation, doesn't need assistance, despite earlier calls for help to secure the Strait of Hormuz. Many key allies have expressed reluctance to…

The Times of India

Is the EU’s Grids Package the answer to energy independence?

Energy prices are spiking after the Strait of Hormuz closure, bringing Europe’s vulnerabilities back into focus and turning attention to the EU’s planned Grids Package. Watch the video.

Euronews

'Posed risk to shipping': US says it hit Iran missile sites near Strait of Hormuz with 5,000-pound munitions

US forces struck Iranian missile sites near the Strait of Hormuz with powerful munitions, citing a threat to international shipping. This action follows President Trump's assertion that the US needs no allied support for its operations against Iran. Meanwhile, regional tensions are escalating with reports of Iran's security chief's death…

The Times of India

Lindsey Graham Says Trump Is Furious At Europe Over Strait Of Hormuz Snub — Oil Supply At Risk

Lindsey Graham reveals Trump's anger at Europe over the Strait of Hormuz snub, raising fears of oil supply disruption, rising prices, and a widening rift between Western allies.

International Business Times UK

'Corrupt Coward' Donald Trump Warns Keir Starmer of NATO Fallout as UK Refuses to Join Iran Conflict

US President Donald Trump erupts at reporters over Iran war troop deployments and fundraising backlash, then warns Keir Starmer that UK's hands-off approach risks NATO's future. As casualties rise and the Strait of Hormuz hangs in balance, transatlantic tensions simmer amid calls for dialogue over dominance.

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The Times of India

'We were shocked': Trump reacts to Iran hitting US Gulf allies — was there prior warning?

US President Trump expressed shock at Iran's expanded strikes across the Middle East, despite US intelligence anticipating such retaliation. The conflict, now in its third week, has seen Iranian attacks on US positions and allied infrastructure, disrupting vital shipping lanes like the Strait of Hormuz. Concerns are mounting over the…

Euronews

Leaving NATO is something to 'think about,' Trump says after allies refuse to secure Hormuz strait

On Monday, Trump warned that NATO faces a "very bad future" if allies didn't respond to his call to create an international naval police force to keep the key waterway open.

The Times of India

'We don’t need anybody': Trump asks allies to help with Hormuz crisis amid Iran war; gets snubbed

US President Trump expressed disappointment as key allies like Germany and Italy refused to send warships to the Strait of Hormuz. Citing legal limits and lack of mandates, these nations declined. Trump, however, asserted US strength, suggesting the request was partly a test of allied commitment amid escalating regional conflict…

The Independent UK

Iran-US war latest: Trump threatens to blow up key Iranian gas field if Tehran strikes ‘innocent’ Qatar again

Qatar's Ras Laffan was hit for a second time on Thursday morning shortly before Trump's warning

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Axios

Most NATO members reject U.S.-led Hormuz Strait coalition, Trump says

The response from many allies: "Hell no."

International Business Times UK

Germany Rejects Trump's Plea For Help Policing Vital Strait Of Hormuz As Iran Tensions Spark Global Alarm

Germany has rejected Donald Trump's request for help policing the Strait of Hormuz as tensions with Iran escalate, with Chancellor Friedrich Merz warning there is no clear strategy for ending the conflict.

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The Independent UK

‘Not Nato’s war’: Germany and UK reject Trump’s call for help in Strait of Hormuz

US president says he is ‘not happy’ with Keir Starmer and Friedrich Merz, who say the conflict is ‘not a matter’ for Europe or their governments

Evening Standard

FTSE 100 ends higher as oil price gains moderate

Nato and other Western allies pushed back on US President Donald Trump’s demand that military alliance members help reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

The Times of India

‘Struck more than 7,000 targets’: Donald Trump says Iran has been ‘literally obliterated’ as he presses allies to help reopen Strait of Hormuz

US President Trump declared Iran's military "literally obliterated" after over 7,000 strikes, claiming significant reductions in missile and drone attacks. Despite asserting control over the Strait of Hormuz, he urged allies to assist in securing shipping, but faced cool responses from key nations like Germany and Japan.

The Independent UK

Trump hits out at Starmer for rebuffing his Strait of Hormuz request

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