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Iran expands attacks on Gulf states after US strikes, says Strait of Hormuz closed

U.S. and Iranian forces exchanged heavy missile and drone assaults across the Gulf region. Iran stated it had again closed the vital Strait of Hormuz, impacting global shipping. The United States military launched retaliatory strikes against Iranian facilities on Sunday. This renewed violence casts further doubt on an interim U.S.-Iranian…

The Economic Times

Middle East live: US ‘reinstating’ Hormuz blockade, will charge 20% on cargo, Trump says

President Donald Trump on Monday said the US is “reinstating” a blockade on Iran in the Strait of Hormuz and will charge ships a “rate of 20% on all cargo shipped” through the waterway for the security costs. Traffic in the strait slowed as Washington and Tehran asserted competing claims…

France 24

Iran expands attacks on Gulf states after intense US strikes

Iran reported strikes Sunday evening on two of its southern islands while Kuwait, where Tehran has repeatedly targeted US installations, said border posts and an offshore oil platform had been attacked. The as-yet unclaimed strikes came hours after Tehran and WashingtonStrait of Hormuz, offering contradicting statements as to whether the…

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US attacks Iran over ship being hit in Hormuz; Tehran responds by hitting Arab states

The United States attacked Iran after an Iranian strike damaged a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran retaliated by targeting several Middle Eastern countries hosting US forces. This exchange of fire has endangered ongoing ceasefire negotiations between the two nations. The Strait of Hormuz remains a critical transit…

The Economic Times

US attacks Iran over ship being hit in Strait of Hormuz

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The Independent UK

Middle East Tensions Flare Up As IRGC Shuts Strait Of Hormuz: US, Iran Trade Strikes And Peace Hopes Recede

The US forces launched another wave of attacks on Iran near the contentious Strait of Hormuz on Saturday. The US strikes followed a missile attack on a commercial cargo ship by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), the elite military unit of Iran.

International Business Times

Trump’s time is running out to avoid a nightmare Strait of Hormuz scenario

Global oil flows remain stunted as stockpiles are depleted, and demand is set to rise again.

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US military says Strait of Hormuz open, despite Iran's claims

The US military on Sunday said that "traffic is flowing" through the Strait of Hormuz despite Iran's claim to have closed it in the latest flare-up of the Middle East war. Iran had earlier attacked US-allied Gulf neighbors in response to the latest series of US strikes on Iran, further…

France 24

Trump's Loaded Threats, Iran Leader's Revenge Call: Will Middle East Talks Get Back On Track

Uncertainty loomed over the talks between the US and Iran over finding a peaceful solution to the Middle East conflict, with warring parties coming out with confusing claims .The US has demanded that Iran should publicly acknowledge that the Strait of Hormuz is open and pledgto stop firing on commercial…

International Business Times

Truce and fire: The ghost of Versailles haunts Trump. But is Iran overplaying its hand?

President Trump declared the June 17 ceasefire with Iran over, ordering fresh US strikes. Iran responded by targeting tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions. The conflict's tempo is now largely controlled by Iran's ability to disrupt oil shipments. Both sides face pressures, with neither in a decisive position…

The Times of India

Major fall in Strait of Hormuz traffic as Iran conflict escalates again

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The Independent UK

Global Market: IEA sees global oil demand recovering as Strait of Hormuz flows resume

Global oil demand is showing signs of recovery as shipments through the Strait of Hormuz resume and crude prices ease, the International Energy Agency (IEA) said. While the agency raised its demand outlook slightly, it cautioned that consumption and production remain well below pre-conflict levels amid lingering Middle East tensions.

The Economic Times

Fresh US-Iran clash clouds IEA oil outlook despite June supply lift from Hormuz reopening

Global oil supply rebounded in June after a ceasefire allowed Strait of Hormuz transit. However, renewed hostilities between the United States and Iran threaten future oil surplus forecasts. The International Energy Agency sees potential disruption to its 2027 surplus projection. Refined product markets remain tight due to refinery issues and…

The Economic Times

LNG tankers return to Strait of Hormuz despite renewed Middle East tensions

Liquefied natural gas tankers have resumed transiting the Strait of Hormuz recently. Twenty-two Japan-linked vessels exited the Gulf since Tuesday, Tokyo confirmed. This occurred despite renewed fighting and attacks on commercial shipping. Several ballast LNG tankers entered the strait in recent days. Japan-linked vessels in the Gulf have significantly decreased…

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The Independent UK

Iran-US war latest: Tehran attacks US military bases as Strait of Hormuz standoff escalates

US military's Central Command says it controls the Strait of Hormuz but Iran's Guard rejects claim

Evening Standard

Strait of Hormuz traffic plummets after renewed strikes, says UK monitor

The Prime Minister has already warned over the impact on British household bills unless the situation improves.

The Independent UK

Trump strikes Iran railway bridges on route to Khamenei’s funeral as ceasefire unravels

US president tries to force Iran’s hand with attacks but Tehran says it has final say on the Strait of Hormuz

The Economic Times

Trump’s Penrose stairs in Iran: Why ‘finishing the job’ is so hard

US President Trump's Iran strategy faces persistent challenges and limited strategic gains. Iran retains leverage through its ability to disrupt the Strait of Hormuz. Military strikes have not fundamentally altered Iranian behavior or political calculations. Escalation carries significant risks of wider retaliation and economic pressure. The current situation suggests a…

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Barchart

With Iran Tensions Heating Up Again, Chevron Stock Looks Enticing

A fracturing peace deal places the spotlight on the Strait of Hormuz, suggesting a cynical play on CVX stock.

The Economic Times

Oil tanker traffic through Hormuz at near standstill as attacks strain Iran truce

Oil tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has nearly stopped. U.S. airstrikes on Iran triggered retaliation, escalating shipping risks significantly. Vessels are switching off tracking transponders, making navigation more difficult. One LNG tanker remains stranded after a projectile strike near Oman. Insurance firms are reviewing policy terms following recent…

The Independent UK

Inside Trump’s tense 24 hours in the White House that ended the Iran ceasefire

The repeated threat of strikes appears not to have deterred Iran from asserting itself in the Strait of Hormuz

The Economic Times

Iran War Runtime: A day or two, a week, or a month? White House official says this

The United States anticipates prolonged military exchanges with Iran over the Strait of Hormuz. This escalation follows the collapse of a 60-day ceasefire agreement between the two nations. Iran insists on controlling passage through the strategic waterway, while the US aims for safe navigation. Both sides have engaged in retaliatory…

Benzinga

Iran's Parliament Speaker Says Strait of Hormuz Will Open Only Under Tehran's Terms, Slams US 'Bullying'

Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf doubled down on claims about Tehran controlling the Strait of Hormuz following missile strikes exchanged between the U.S. and Iran.

The Independent UK

Iran-US war latest: Strait of Hormuz shipping halts while Israel reveals alleged Iranian plot to kill Trump

US president says ceasefire ‘over’ following strikes on ships in Strait of Hormuz

The Economic Times

Oil rises after US launches fresh strikes against Iran

Oil prices increased on Thursday following new U.S. strikes against Iran. These actions have diminished hopes for peace and the Strait of Hormuz reopening. Brent and West Texas Intermediate crude futures saw notable gains in early trading. Shipowners are expected to adopt a more cautious approach to voyages through the…

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