Iran’s simplest weapon is now holding the global economy hostage Sea mines predate World War I, cost less than a used car, and can snap a ship in half. They also might be in the most important waterway on Earth. Fortune · Mar 13
What are the minelaying boats targeted in Trump’s new strikes on Iran? At least 6,000 ships have been blocked from passing through the mined Strait of Hormuz since the conflict began The Independent UK · Mar 12
Watch: Strait of Hormuz, Iran and naval mines — an explosive mix? The narrow Strait of Hormuz is becoming a literal geopolitical landmine. The US wants to control it, but for Iran, the waterway is its ultimate leverage. Who is up for a history lesson? Euronews · Mar 12
‘Nothing to be afraid of!’ Donald Trump told ships to ‘show some guts’ in Strait of Hormuz, here’s what happened next Oopsie! We Got This Covered · Mar 12
Iran gives safe passage to India through Strait of Hormuz? ‘Sources’ jump the gun again Here we are again. Another day, another cycle of ‘sources’ making the fog of war foggier. This time, the chatter centres on claims that Iran will grant safe passage to India-flagged tankers through the Strait of Hormuz. Newslaundry · Mar 12
Iranian oil squeeze tests Trump's war plans "The Iranians f*cking around with the Strait makes him more dug in," a senior Trump official told Axios. Axios · Mar 12
Trump's limited gas-price options on Iran Nothing will approach normal until large-scale tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz resumes. Axios · Mar 12
Iran Allows Indian-Flagged Ships Safe Passage Through Strait of Hormuz Iran has allowed Indian-flagged vessels to safely transit the strategically crucial Strait of Hormuz, even as maritime activity through the waterway has slowed significantly following recent United States and Israeli strikes on Iran. The development was reported by The Economic Times and comes amid rising concerns over the safety of… Whats Hot · Mar 12
Calls grow for Strait of Hormuz ship escorts as Iran escalates attacks There are about 20,000 seafarers currently working on ships in the Persian Gulf, expert notes. Axios · Mar 12
US intelligence sees direct attacks by Iran on oil tankers as greater risk than mines Strait of Hormuz, key transit passage for global oil trade, has been effectively shut down by Islamic Revolutionary Guard The Guardian - US · Mar 11
The shadow fleet and illegal oil are still moving through the Strait of Hormuz This morning, three vessels were struck attempting to transit the Strait of Hormuz. The Strait is effectively closed. Since the beginning of the conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran on Feb. 28, 2026, oil tanker traffic through the world’s most critical oil shipping choke point has collapsed, dropping… Fortune · Mar 11
What is the Strait of Hormuz and why is it so important? The world's busiest oil shipping channel has around a fifth of the world’s oil passing through it each year Evening Standard · Mar 11
The fog of war is coming from inside the White House—and it cost oil markets $84 million in ten minutes Meanwhile, the market shrugs at news of a record emergency release of oil. Fortune · Mar 11
Energy Secretary falsely claimed Navy escorted tanker through Strait of Hormuz – markets lost $84 million while he tried to backtrack Gave the market false hope. We Got This Covered · Mar 11
The Independent UK · Mar 11 Three cargo ships hit in Strait of Hormuz after US destroys 16 minelayers The Strait of Hormuz has been all but closed by Iran after the US and Israel launched an attack at the end of February
Axios · Mar 10 U.S. destroys 16 Iranian vessels amid worries of mines in Strait of Hormuz A senior U.S. official told Axios the strike on the inactive ships was a preemptive measure
The Times of India · Mar 10 'Don't get eliminated yourself': Iran warns Donald Trump, slaps down 'empty' threats Iran's security official warned President Trump to be careful after the US leader threatened harsher retaliation for any Strait of Hormuz disruption. Tehran continues regional attacks, with missile and drone strikes hitting Dubai, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait. Iran's parliament speaker indicated no ceasefire is sought, emphasizing retaliation against aggressors.…
Evening Standard · Mar 10 US launches 'most intense day of strikes' on Iran yet as Tehran attacks countries across Gulf Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said the US ‘will not relent until the enemy is totally and decisively defeated’
Axios · Mar 9 Why the Strait of Hormuz is so difficult to defend The narrow waterway concentrates traffic into predictable corridors for Iran to target adversaries.
International Business Times · Mar 9 Key Factor of Iran War is Plunging World Economy Into Unprecedented Energy Crisis, Analyst Says Experts are warning that the world is headed for an unprecedented energy crisis due to the Iran war and threats to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
The Independent UK · Mar 8 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
International Business Times UK · Mar 6 '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.
The Independent UK · Mar 6 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 Times of India · Mar 6 Pakistan left with 26 days of fuel, may impose work-from-home as Strait of Hormuz crisis deepens Pakistan is implementing major measures to ensure fuel stability amid trade slowdown due to the Strait of Hormuz closure. Proposals include weekly price revisions, compensation for increased oil company costs, and fuel conservation. The country is exploring alternative import routes and has substantial existing fuel stocks.
The Independent UK · Mar 5 The country that will benefit the most from Trump’s war on Iran? Russia ANALYSIS : As India and China scramble to replace blocked Gulf oil, analysts tell Stuti Mishra the ultimate beneficiaries of this war are clear