Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One app.

Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles. One news app.

The Latest Breaking News from Strait

Starmer welcomes ‘breakthrough’ in ending US-Iran war

US President Donald Trump said the agreement meant ‘oil will flow’ freely once again through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping route.

Evening Standard

Iran ‘agreed to never have a nuclear weapon’, says Trump – as it happened

This blog is now closed

The Guardian - AU

Fragile Iran deal offers oil relief, but Hormuz risks remain

A deal between the U.S. and Iran will reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz, easing global energy supply concerns. However, unresolved disputes mean future flare-ups are possible. Tanker traffic may not fully return to pre-war levels soon. This situation will likely keep oil prices higher. Logistics will take time to…

The Economic Times

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Strait of Hormuz reopening to ease oil supply risks for India as US-Iran reach truce deal

A "toll free" reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, following a US-Iran ceasefire agreement, promises significant relief for India's crude oil imports. This normalization is expected to lower freight costs, ease inflationary pressures, and stabilize global energy markets, benefiting key sectors and policymakers.

The Economic Times

Trump leaves the hard part for later in long-awaited Iran deal

America and Iran have reached a preliminary agreement to stop their conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. A 60-day period is now set for further talks on Iran's nuclear program. Many issues remain unresolved, raising doubts about a lasting peace. The deal faces skepticism from various sides.

The Economic Times

Trump warns of renewed strikes on Iran if nuclear talks fail, says US could become ‘guardian of the Middle East’

President Trump has warned Iran of renewed military action or a significant financial demand if a nuclear deal isn't reached. He asserted his agreement would ensure free passage through the Strait of Hormuz, claiming he'd protected Israel from nuclear threats despite Israeli objections.

The Economic Times

Starmer says Strait of Hormuz must stay open after Iran-US peace deal announced

Shehbaz Sharif, the prime minister of Pakistan, which has been mediating in the conflict, said the accord covered Lebanon.

Evening Standard

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Strait of Hormuz is reopening after this Sunday? Donald Trump shares major update on US-Iran deal

Iran has insisted it will maintain control over the Strait of Hormuz, a key maritime trade route for oil and gas shipments from the Gulf.

The Economic Times

Donald Trump Says Deal On Sunday As Flicker Of Peace Returns To Middle East

The US President made this announcement in a Truth Social post. Trump also said the Strait of Hormuz will be open to all once the deal is signed.

International Business Times

'All vessels should comply with orders from US forces in Hormuz', Rubio tells Jaishankar

US secretary of state Marco Rubio told external affairs minister S Jaishankar that all commercial vessels operating in the Strait of Hormuz must comply immediately with orders issued by US forces.

The Times of India

‘Comply with US forces in Hormuz immediately,’ Rubio tells Jaishankar amid row over Indian sailors

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged compliance with US forces in the Strait of Hormuz. This follows India's strong protest over US naval attacks in the Gulf. These attacks resulted in the deaths of three Indian mariners aboard a Palau-flagged tanker. India summoned the US Embassy's Charge d'Affaires to…

The Economic Times

US military helping move 7 million barrels of oil per day out of Persian Gulf, Wright says

Amidst geopolitical tensions, the US military's efforts are securing the departure of seven million barrels of oil each day from the Persian Gulf, dramatically outperforming market anticipations. Currently, no Iranian oil is making its way through the Strait of Hormuz.

The Economic Times

Why market rallied today? Sensex zooms 1,700 points, Nifty closes above 23,600. 4 key factors behind Rs 10 lakh crore gains

Sensex and Nifty surged 2% each, adding Rs 10 lakh crore in market cap, as easing oil prices and US-Iran peace hopes boosted sentiment. Broad-based gains, a stronger rupee and global market rally supported the upmove, while analysts remain cautious on geopolitical risks.

The Economic Times

Inflation just hit 4.2 percent — the highest in 3 years. Donald Trump responds with a secret claim about removing millions of barrels of Iranian oil

The President said the US is in control of the Strait of Hormuz.

We Got This Covered

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

The Economic Times

Why crude oil markets suddenly reversed course today: US oil prices collapse below $87 after Trump cancels Iran strike plans, WTI crude drops 3%

US oil prices collapsed below $87 as WTI crude dropped nearly 3% after President Trump canceled planned Iran strikes. The move reversed a war-driven rally as diplomatic back-channel talks between Washington and Tehran signalled possible de-escalation. Iran's Strait of Hormuz closure and record-low OPEC output kept supply fears alive. But…

The Economic Times

World markets walk a tightrope between AI stocks and oil shocks

Global markets are on a knife edge, facing a potential AI boom or oil shocks from the U.S.-Iran conflict. Investors are navigating volatile conditions, with correlations between tech, interest rates, and oil creating uncertainty. The outlook hinges on the Strait of Hormuz reopening, with stagflation risks looming if oil prices…

The Economic Times

Hegseth says the US controls the Strait of Hormuz, while also warning of bomb strikes on Iran’s 'key facilities'

America is taking a firm stand in the Strait of Hormuz, demonstrating significant influence over this crucial maritime corridor. While Iranian resistance persists, commercial shipping flows uninterrupted, showcasing the effectiveness of US military operations that have successfully countered Iranian attempts to disrupt trade.

The Times of India

US announces secret Hormuz mission; Trump claims 100 million barrels of oil moved through Hormuz

US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that the United States had successfully helped move more than 100 million barrels of oil through the Strait of Hormuz as part of a previously undisclosed military operation, while simultaneously warning that Iran would face a severe US attack if ongoing efforts to…

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

The Independent UK

Trump details ‘secret mission’ in Strait of Hormuz and declares ‘it’s over for Iran’

IN FULL

The Economic Times

Trump says US military ops ensure safe passage of 100 million barrels of oil through Hormuz

President Donald Trump revealed a secret US military mission. This operation supported oil tankers and commercial ships. Over 100 million barrels of oil passed through the Strait of Hormuz. More than 200 ships traveled safely. Trump stated the United States controls the Strait of Hormuz, not Iran. He declared Iran's…

International Business Times UK

'We Prefer Diplomacy But Speak Other Languages Too': Araghchi Says After Iran Downs US Apache

Iranian Foreign Minister warns US forces after an Apache helicopter is downed near the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions and challenging the fragile ceasefire in the region.

The Independent UK

Iran-US war latest: Israel launches retaliatory strikes on Iran’s military targets after missile attack

Explosions were reported in several cities, including Tehran and Isfahan

Fortune

The Strait of Hormuz is more open than previously thought as the U.S. shoots down Iranian drones threatening ships and provides 'naval overwatch'

"The attack drones posed an immediate threat to regional maritime traffic," U.S. Central Command said.

International Business Times UK

Sen. Chris Murphy Torches Trump's Iran Deal, Calls Conflict the 'Most Incompetent War in Modern US History'

US Senator Chris Murphy criticises President Trump's draft deal to end the Iranian conflict, questioning its effectiveness and impact on America's global standing. Discover the implications for the Strait of Hormuz and the international response.

The Economic Times

Russia's oil major says US companies benefit from the closure of the Strait of Hormuz

Rosneft CEO Igor Sechin stated that American energy companies are benefiting most from the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. He believes the United States is altering global energy markets to serve its own interests. Sechin also noted that the OPEC+ group has weakened due to member withdrawals. He warned…

1 2 3 4 5

People

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Subrahmanyam Jaishankar

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Organisations

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Topics

Places

Fourteen days free

Download the app

One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.