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US launches fresh strikes against Iran after tankers hit in Strait of Hormuz

The attacks came just hours after Washington also pulled Tehran’s license to sell oil, which was only approved last month

The Independent UK

US strikes Iran after Hormuz tanker attacks: military

WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - US forces launched strikes on Iran on Tuesday after three commercial vessels were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, the US military said, sharply escalating a confrontation that has already shaken efforts to end the Middle East war.

Bangkok Post

Stocks Drop As Chipmakers Fall Again; Oil Climbs With Renewed Tensions At The Hormuz Strait

Stocks dropped on Tuesday as chipmakers tumbled again. Oil climbed following renewed tensions between the U.S. and Iran, with the former revoking a sanctions waiver following Tehran's attacks against ships crossing through the Strait of Hormuz.

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U.S. Revokes Iran Oil Sanctions Waiver After Tanker Attacks, Now Pressure Escalates on Tehran

The move follows a series of attacks on commercial tankers in and around the Strait of Hormuz that U.S. officials blamed on Iran, marking a sharp reversal in Washington's approach toward the Islamic Republic.

International Business Times

US launches strikes against Iran after attacks on vessels in strait of Hormuz

US Central Command says Tehran in ‘clear violation’ of ceasefire with ‘unwarranted’ attacks on commercial ships

The Guardian - US

Third tanker hit in Strait of Hormuz in 24 hours, maritime agency says

The UKMTO maritime agency is investigating the incidents and advised vessels in the area to proceed with caution.

Euronews

15 vessels carrying urea, DAP and Sulphur cross Strait of Hormuz safely: Govt

India's fertilizer supply chain remains robust despite West Asian conflict, with most shipments safely navigating the Strait of Hormuz. The government's proactive planning, diversified import sources, and boosted domestic production have ensured uninterrupted availability for farmers.

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Hormuz disruption, border wars choke Afghanistan's auto trade

Afghanistan's vital car parts trade in Spin Boldak has ground to a halt, crippled by escalating border conflicts with Pakistan and the recent Middle East war. Disruptions to key shipping routes, like the Strait of Hormuz, have sent import costs soaring and left businesses facing massive losses.

The Economic Times

Iran Starts Khamenei Funeral With Stark Warning. A Potential Hormuz Foray By UK-France Irks Tehran

Iran's warning assumes significance as it signals a hardline position on the Strait as backroom negotiations are on to end the conflict despite the shaky ceasefire talks with the US. Iran seeks complete control over the Strait of Hormuz and intends to levy a toll for transit.

International Business Times

'Crisis-makers to be accountable': Iran warns UK, France against military presence in Strait of Hormuz

"The Strait of Hormuz is not a theater for the military display of extra-regional powers. Iran, as the responsible power and guarantor of the Strait's security, warns with sensitivity to any military movement in this waterway. The security of Hormuz lies with the coastal states; the crisis-makers will be held…

The Times of India

UK service sector shrinks amid Iran war disruption and heatwave; FTSE 100 hits four-month closing high – business live

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The Guardian - UK

We blew up Iran's radar: Trump says US carried out strikes on Iran for 3 consecutive days

US President Donald Trump revealed American forces conducted strikes on Iran for three consecutive nights, targeting radar systems in response to attacks on commercial shipping. He asserted the US Navy's blockade effectively prevented any ships from reaching Iran, severely weakening its economy. Trump also detailed how the US quietly escorted…

The Economic Times

US-Iran talks end without breakthrough as Tehran's nuclear prowess stays off the table

Indirect talks between Iran and the US concluded without significant progress on lasting peace, focusing instead on resolved issues like maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz and unfreezing funds. While President Trump expressed optimism about nuclear program discussions, sources indicated this topic wasn't addressed. The next meeting is scheduled…

The Economic Times

US-Iran Qatar talks show progress, Trump says, as both sides set up hotline

US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday indirect talks with Iran in Qatar were making progress, signalling diplomacy remained on track despite recent hostilities. Iran later said the talks had ended with agreement to establish a communication channel by Thursday to report and document violations of their initial memorandum of…

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The Times of India

US-Iran ceasefire tailored for US mid-terms, not lasting peace: Report

The ceasefire between the US and Iran has eased fears of a wider conflict and led to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, pushing oil prices lower. However, the truce may be tactical rather than permanent, according to analyst cited by Reuters. The underlying disputes, over Iran's nuclear program,…

The Times of India

'Neither side thinks they've lost': Iran determined to keep Hormuz control, even by force

Iran is determined to secure international recognition of its control over the Strait of Hormuz and the right to charge ships for passage, even if it has to use force to achieve it, two senior Iranian sources said, as reported by Reuters.

The Economic Times

Iran insists on keeping control over Hormuz: Report

Iran is determined to gain international recognition for its control over the Strait of Hormuz, including the right to levy fees on ships. Despite an interim deal with the U.S. allowing free passage for 60 days, Tehran insists on permanent control and will not negotiate other disputes until this is…

The Economic Times

Iran shuts door on US peace talks, insists Hormuz stays under its control

Iran has refused to meet with top US envoys, casting doubt on peace prospects. Disagreements persist over a ceasefire and terms for lifting the Strait of Hormuz blockade. While shipping has partially resumed, Iran insists on controlling traffic and imposing tolls, a stance the US opposes. The conflict's impact on…

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The Guardian - UK

US-Iran talks over $6bn Iranian assets to restart

Two sides yet to have face-to-face meeting since signing deal to reopen strait of Hormuz

Benzinga

Morgan Stanley Cuts Oil Price Forecast As Strait Of Hormuz Traffic Rebounds Faster Than Expected

Morgan Stanley (NYSE:MS) lowered its oil price forecasts for this year and next after noting that oil tankers are moving through the Strait of Hormuz faster than expected.

Benzinga

Kevin Hassett Says Gas Prices Will Drop Once Strait Of Hormuz Traffic Returns To Normal—Democrat Senator Calls Recent Price Hike 'Unacceptable'

President Donald Trump‘s top economic advisor, Kevin Hassett, said on Monday that gas prices in the U.S. will come down to pre-Iran war levels once the traffic through the Strait of Hormuz moves normally.

The Times of India

Hormuz, Suez, Taiwan Strait: Why the world’s supply chains now need war-room planning

Global supply chains face unprecedented threats as maritime chokepoints become geopolitical battlegrounds. The US-Iran conflict highlighted how disruptions in vital waterways like the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb trigger widespread economic fallout, from soaring freight rates to increased inflation. Other critical routes, including the Suez, Taiwan, Malacca, and Panama…

France 24

How ships are risking ‘safe’ passage through the Strait of Hormuz

A plan to divert shipping through an alternative corridor off the Omani coast to avoid the threat of mines in the Strait of Hormuz has come under scrutiny after two attacks on ships in recent days. Though Iran and Oman agreed to engage in talks on Monday on the strait's…

The Independent UK

Iran-US war latest: Trump sends envoys to Qatar despite Tehran ruling out peace talks

Marco Rubio and Steve Witkoff are travelling to represent the US

France 24

Iran, US trade attacks in the Strait of Hormuz: Navigating the 'Guardian Angel' route

Shots have been fired in the Strait of Hormuz. The is a diplomatic and logistical condundrum of what to do next. A literal rock and a hard place, where 11,000 crew remain stuck on ships in the middle of two warring belligerents now negotiating peace, telling them opposing advice on…

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