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Where are US troops in Middle East headed next? Iran's uranium in focus as Trump weighs ways to end war

The US is expanding its military presence in the Middle East with hundreds of additional troops, including special forces, to bolster options amid escalating tensions with Iran. These forces are being positioned to potentially secure the Strait of Hormuz, seize Kharg Island, or target nuclear sites, reflecting a broader posture…

The Times of India

Dow futures fall 300 points as Wall Street braces for potential U.S. ground assault on Iran and Houthi attacks that could slash oil supplies further

The 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit has arrived in the Middle East.

Fortune

The US has opened up Pandora’s box in the Middle East, and possibly only Iran will benefit

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: With the Houthis controlling the Red Sea – and Iran the Strait of Hormuz – the global economy would be facing disaster

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The Iran and Ukraine wars have merged into a single conflict, but 'we are still not at a true world war,' expert says

The stakes are further elevated as President Donald Trump deploys thousands of U.S. troops to the Middle East for an anticipated ground assault meant to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Fortune

The maritime passages with a chokehold on the global economy

The war in the Middle East has put the Strait of Hormuz in the spotlight. It is one of the world's maritime "choke points" – narrow passages on which global trade depends, putting them at the centre of geopolitical tensions.

Radio France Internationale

Top Iranian Official Says Tehran Will Seek To Control The Strait Of Hormuz As a Result Of The War: 'No Longer Be As In The Past'

Iranian Vice Preisdent Mohamed Reza Aref said Theran will seek to control the Strait of Hormuz as a result of the ongoing war.

Latin Times

Pakistan deputy PM Ishaq Dhar falls while welcoming Egyptian FM to Middle East peace talks, video goes viral

Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar stumbled on the red carpet while receiving Egypt's foreign minister in Islamabad. This occurred ahead of crucial de-escalation talks with Turkey and Saudi Arabia focused on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and restoring global shipping flows amid the Iran war.

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Who are the Houthis? How rebel group could disrupt global trade amid Strait of Hormuz chaos

Armed group caused global disruption in 2024 through attacks on merchant vessels in the Red Sea

The Independent UK

India denies Elon Musk joined Modi-Trump call on Iran crisis

Previously, it was reported that Tesla titan joined a phone call ⁠between Trump and Modi to discuss the evolving crisis in the Middle East

The Independent UK

7 Countries Iran Allows to Pass Through the Strait of Hormuz — and Those Left Stranded

The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran has severely impacted global energy markets, leading to drastic measures by energy-dependent nations.

International Business Times UK

‘Consequences will follow’: Marco Rubio breaks down after Europe rejects him, and he wasn’t ready for a dose of reality

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio braced for some tough questions from European leaders at the G7 summit, all while criticizing nations unwilling to fully back the US-Israeli war on Iran. This comes as top diplomats showed significant divisions with the United States over the ongoing Iran war, despite agreeing…

The Mary Sue

Egypt imposes energy-saving curbs as Hormuz closure hits fuel supply

Egypt will impose emergency energy-saving measures this weekend as the closure of the Strait of Hormuz drives up fuel costs and raises fears of an energy crisis.

Radio France Internationale

Thailand strikes deal with Iran for safe oil passage through Strait of Hormuz, PM says

Development would alleviate concerns over fuel imports, Thai PM says

The Independent UK

One month of Iran war: Tehran's defiance turns Trump's regime-change dream into nightmare

On February 28, what began as Donald Trump’s “dream” project to topple Iran’s regime under Ali Khamenei now appears to have shifted into a pressing push for a “deal”, a term the US president frequently invokes, aimed at reopening the vital oil chokepoint, the Strait of Hormuz.

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The Independent UK

One month into Iran war, some Trump objectives are unfulfilled as he looks to wind down the conflict

President Donald Trump has laid out five objectives for the U.S. in its war with Iran that he said the U.S. is close to achieving as he considers “winding down” the operation

The Times of India

Watch: US President calls it ‘Strait of Trump,’ then says it wasn’t an accident

US president Trump playfully referred to the Strait of Hormuz as the "Strait of Trump" during a Miami speech, drawing laughter. The comment comes amid heightened tensions over the critical oil shipping route, which Iran has the ability to disrupt. Trump's remarks align with his history of branding and a…

The Independent UK

Elon Musk joined Trump’s call with Modi on war in Iran, says report

It remains unclear what Musk, a private citizen, was doing on the phone call

The Independent UK

UK plays key role in securing Strait of Hormuz as Iran considers ‘toll booth’ system

Rubio stated that confronting Tehran’s grip on the maritime passage would be among the "immediate challenges" after the Middle East conflict

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Evening Standard

UK playing prominent role in face of Iran’s ‘toll booth’ threat, says Rubio

Tackling Tehran’s grip on a maritime pinchpoint will be one of the ‘immediate challenges’, says the top official

The Independent UK

Rubio makes bold claim on when Iran war will end: ‘Weeks, not months’

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has suggested a potential de-escalation of the Iran war, saying it would last "weeks, not months". He also noted Iran's willingness to discuss "certain things". However, Mr Rubio's comments contradict reports from the Wall Street Journal that Donald Trump is considering deploying an additional…

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Crude Oil Surges on Fears of Iran War Escalation

May WTI crude oil (CLK26 ) on Friday closed up +5.16 (+5.46%), and May RBOB gasoline (RBK26 ) closed up +0.1070 (+3.47%). Crude oil and gasoline prices rallied sharply on Friday on concerns about a protracted war with Iran. Crude prices also rose amid concerns that reduced Russian crude exports...

We Got This Covered

Thanks to Donald Trump solving a problem that didn’t exist, Iran’s now raking in millions at Hormuz

From 110 ships a day to fewer than 10. Mission accomplished, I guess.

The Mary Sue

‘We don’t need the Hormuz Strait’: Donald Trump says, as fuel prices raise in the U.S.

President Donald Trump, who claims he’s been negotiating with Iran, now claims that the Strait of Hormuz is “not important” to the United States. But as the war wages on, fuel prices continue to climb and hurt consumers throughout the US.

Euronews

G7 agrees to secure Strait of Hormuz but only after war in Iran ends

Foreign ministers of the Group of Seven made the mission to secure the Strait of Hormuz conditional on the cessation of hostilities in the Middle East.

The Times of India

From Kharg to Qeshm: 6 Iranian Islands Trump may target amid Strait of Hormuz tensions

The US is reportedly considering military options against Iran, focusing on key Persian Gulf islands vital for oil exports and naval control. Plans reportedly include ground and bombing operations, with potential targets like Kharg Island, a major oil hub, and Larak Island, crucial for Strait of Hormuz monitoring. Seizing these…

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