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The Latest Breaking News from the Strait of Hormuz

'Unusual': Two Chinese vessels abort bid to pass Strait of Hormuz despite Iran's assurances of safe passage

Two large Chinese-linked container ships made an abrupt U-turn near the Strait of Hormuz on Friday as Iran tightens its grip on one of the key passages for global shipping. Ship-tracking data showed the CSCL Indian Ocean and CSCL Arctic Ocean, both linked to China’s state-owned COSCO Shipping, attempted to…

The Times of India

Stricken Thai tanker runs aground as Britain warns Iran to stop 'holding global economy hostage' over Strait of Hormuz

The UK is working with allies on a plan to keep open the key strait once Donald Trump’s war de-escalates

Evening Standard

War in the Middle East made the case for renewables – what’s happening in each country tells a harder story

The oil-dependent world is in crisis. Ship traffic in the Strait of Hormuz – through which more than a quarter of global seaborne oil trade and a fifth of the world’s liquefied natural gas flow – is at a virtual standstill. Oil prices have climbed, briefly topping US$119 a barrel.

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IRGC warning fuels fears of Iran war escalating further despite 'ongoing' talks

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards warned civilians in the Middle East on Friday to avoid US bases as Hormuz remains blocked, tensions with Washington soar and strikes across Iran continue.

Euronews

Oil prices soar past $110 a barrel again after Iran says Strait of Hormuz is closed

Experts raise fresh UK recession fears as hopes of falling oil prices are dashed

The Independent UK

Strait of Hormuz 'Toll Booth' Implemented? Iran Tightens Control with New Fees and Vetting System in Key Oil Chokepoint

Iran introduces a toll booth system in the Strait of Hormuz, requiring vessels to submit documentation and pay fees, impacting global oil trade

International Business Times UK

Israel launches new wave of strikes on Iran with no sign of diplomatic breakthrough

Israel has launched a wave of strikes on Iran ahead of a planned U.N. Security Council meeting to discuss attacks on Iranian civilian infrastructure

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G7 unity tested as US envoy Rubio faces pressure from allies on Iran

G7 allies were on Friday pressing US Secretary of State Marco Rubio for clarity on American plans for Iran almost one month into the war in the Middle East, with concern also intensifying over the extent of cooperation between Russia and Tehran.

Radio France Internationale

Trump Says Talks with Iran Are 'Going Very Well' as Strait of Hormuz Deadline Extended — Will Diplomacy Hold?

Trump extends Iran deadline for reopening the Strait of Hormuz by ten days as talks continue and global oil markets stay on alert

International Business Times UK

Why hasn’t the US military used force to secure the Strait of Hormuz?

Since the United States and Israel launched their war against Iran in late February, Iran has retaliated by targeting commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, effectively shutting down the narrow channel of water.

The Conversation

'They asked for 7, I gave them 10': Donald Trump reveals Iran's 'big present' to US as Hormuz deadline delayed

President Trump granted Iran a 10-day cooling-off period, calling it a "gift" after Tehran allowed eight oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz. This pause in planned strikes on energy infrastructure comes amid ongoing diplomatic efforts, which Trump described as progressing well. The extension follows a previous five-day delay and…

The Times of India

Over 1 million fighters mobilised: How Iran is preparing for possible US ground invasion

Iran has reportedly mobilised over a million fighters, including military personnel and volunteers, amid escalating tensions with the US and Israel. This comes as the Pentagon develops plans for potential ground troop deployment, though President Trump has publicly denied such intentions while leaving the option open. US allies are also…

The Times of India

'Ukraine isn’t our war, yet …': Rubio calls on G7 to help with Hormuz reopening; slams Nato

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio criticized NATO allies for their perceived uneven engagement in global crises, highlighting US contributions to Ukraine while questioning European commitment to securing the Strait of Hormuz. Rubio emphasized that the strait's security is in Europe's interest, urging them to step up and address disruptions…

The Times of India

Harvests and food prices at risk as Iran war triggers global fertiliser crunch

A chokehold on key trade routes is exposing the fragility of global food systems, with fertiliser shortages set to hit farmers and consumers alike

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MyLifeXP

Energy Lockdown in India? Here’s What Modi Actually Meant

A single sentence can shake an entire nation. And this time, it almost did. When Narendra Modi mentioned COVID-like preparedness amid rising West Asia tensions, the internet didn’t stay calm it panicked. Suddenly, whispers turned into viral claims: Lockdown is coming back. Energy supply will be cut. Fear spread faster…

The Times of India

'Talks going very well': Trump pauses strikes on Iran energy infra for 10 more days

President Trump has extended the deadline for potential strikes on Iran's energy infrastructure by ten days to April 6, 2026, citing a request from Tehran and positive negotiation progress. This move follows multiple extensions of an ultimatum regarding the Strait of Hormuz, with US envoy Steve Witkoff indicating strong signs…

AAP

Australia wants end to Iran conflict after Trump tirade

Australia is brushing aside criticism from US President Donald Trump for not being a help in the war in the Middle East.

The Independent UK

Iran suggests Spain may be able to send ships through Strait of Hormuz as it is ‘non-hostile’ country

Iran remains in control of the Strait of Hormuz and attacks on vessels have caused chaos in energy markets

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The Conversation

Distant conflict, local crisis: is this oil shock the wake-up call NZ needed?

In recent years, there has been no shortage of warnings about the fragility of New Zealand’s largely imported fuel supply.

Axios

Why these 6 Iranian islands could be crucial to Trump's "final blow" of the war

Many of the potential plans for a "final blow" center around islands in the Gulf.

International Business Times UK

Did Iran Provide 'Big Boats of Oil' to the US Amidst Peace Negotiations With Trump?

US President Donald Trump claims Iran allowed oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz as a 'gift', amid ongoing tensions. Explore the implications of this strategic move.

The Independent UK

Iran starts to formalize its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz with a 'toll booth' regime

Iran is cementing its hold over the Strait of Hormuz, demanding vessels give up detailed information and detour into Iranian waters before being vetted by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps

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Crude Oil Rallies as Iran Peace Talks in Doubt

May WTI crude oil (CLK26 ) on Thursday closed up +4.16 (+4.61%), and May RBOB gasoline (RBK26 ) closed up +0.1238 (+4.18%). Crude oil and gasoline prices rallied sharply on Thursday amid skepticism about a ceasefire in Iran. Crude prices also rose on a report from Axios on Thursday that...

The Conversation

Iran was always going to close the Strait of Hormuz

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Could this energy crisis be worse for the global economy than COVID?

Despite reports of negotiations between the US and the Iranian regime, the Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed to most oil tankers, with only a small number of vessels being allowed to pass. The result is a loss of roughly 11 million barrels per day (mbd) of oil and petroleum…

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