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The Latest Breaking News from the Strait of Hormuz

Iran tensions risk fertilizer flow to South American farmers

The flow of fertilizer ships entering the Persian Gulf has slowed to a trickle since late June as tensions began to rise again with a spate of Iranian attacks on vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz.

The Economic Times

Iran-US war latest: Trump launches new wave of strikes as UAE condemns Iran’s ‘brazen’ attacks on tankers

Donald Trump has said the US will be guardians of Strait of Hormuz and impose a 20 percent toll on ships using it

The Independent UK

Iran launches 'eye-for-an-eye' operation, claims strikes on US bases in Gulf

Iran's IRGC reported missile and drone strikes on US bases in Jordan, Bahrain, and Kuwait. These actions were claimed as retaliation for recent US military strikes within Iran. The IRGC stated its aerospace forces targeted specific facilities at Prince Hassan, Sheikh Isa, and Ali Al-Salem Airbases. This operation, termed 'eye-for-an-eye,'…

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US and Iran vie for Strait of Hormuz, waterway key to global energy supplies, in latest attacks

The United States and Iran both claim control over the Strait of Hormuz. Escalating attacks across the Middle East threaten ongoing diplomacy to end the war. US forces struck dozens of Iranian sites, including air defense systems and radar. Iran rejected the US statement, asserting its territorial claim over the…

The Economic Times

US ends latest round of airstrikes on Iran after Tehran strikes Gulf states

The U.S. military says it ended its latest wave of strikes targeting Iran, insisting that Tehran does not control the Strait of Hormuz

The Independent UK

Oil Price Today (July 13): Crude oil up almost 5%, nears $80 as US, Iran unleash more strikes. $100 in sight?

Brent crude futures advanced $3.34, or 4.38%, to $79.5 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude gained $3.07, or 4.30%, to $74.20 a barrel. The latest rally comes after both benchmarks climbed 5.5% last week, with WTI once again trading above $74 a barrel. European natural gas futures…

The Economic Times

Trump Directs Fresh Strikes to 'Hold Iranian Forces Accountable,' Says CENTCOM; Oil Tops $74 as Dow Futures Fall Over 100 Points

Late Sunday, global markets turned cautious after the U.S. launched another round of strikes against Iran, fueling a rally in crude oil prices and weighing on U.S. stock futures.

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Iran says latest US strikes have 'rendered futile' recent diplomacy

Iran condemned recent United States attacks, stating they undermined diplomatic efforts. These strikes aimed to degrade Iran's ability to attack commercial ships. Iran called the attacks a violation of the UN Charter and a threat. The foreign ministry said the actions disrupted peace and security in West Asia. Tehran also…

The Economic Times

Middle East live: US ‘reinstating’ Hormuz blockade, will charge 20% on cargo, Trump says

President Donald Trump on Monday said the US is “reinstating” a blockade on Iran in the Strait of Hormuz and will charge ships a “rate of 20% on all cargo shipped” through the waterway for the security costs. Traffic in the strait slowed as Washington and Tehran asserted competing claims…

France 24

'To hold Iranian forces accountable': US launches fresh strikes on Iran as tensions flare over Hormuz attacks

United States forces conducted new strikes against Iran early Monday morning. These operations aimed to degrade Iran's capability to attack commercial shipping vessels. Iran reported explosions in southern provinces and condemned the United States' actions. The Strait of Hormuz remains a central point of ongoing conflict and tension. Diplomatic efforts…

The Times of India

Iran expands attacks on Gulf states after intense US strikes

Iran reported strikes Sunday evening on two of its southern islands while Kuwait, where Tehran has repeatedly targeted US installations, said border posts and an offshore oil platform had been attacked. The as-yet unclaimed strikes came hours after Tehran and WashingtonStrait of Hormuz, offering contradicting statements as to whether the…

France 24

Strait of Hormuz hangs in the balance as US-Iran ceasefire unravels

The US-Iran deal faces significant strain due to escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran has closed the strait, prompting US retaliatory strikes on Iranian targets. This cycle of attacks and counterattacks has severely damaged high-stakes diplomacy between the nations. Analysts suggest the US may be responsible for not…

The Economic Times

US launches fresh strikes on Iranian weapons and boats near Hormuz, Axios reports

United States forces conducted strikes on Iranian missile and air defence systems. US forces also targeted Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps small boats near the Strait of Hormuz. Iran reported that enemy missiles struck Qeshm Island without casualties. These events represent a recent escalation in the strategic waterway. The waterway is…

The Economic Times

US-Iran war: Oil flow through Hormuz rises after ceasefire, but fresh strikes spark fears, IEA says

Iran war news: Oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz recovered sharply after a ceasefire. Renewed hostilities this week have revived uncertainty over global oil markets. Benchmark crude prices fell through June as tanker traffic resumed. Global oil supply rebounded in June, supporting Gulf production recovery. The outlook depends on…

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Hormuz Stays Open as Iran–US Strikes Lift Oil Prices Amid Gulf Tensions

Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remains open despite Iranian claims that it has shut the key transit route for oil and natural gas to traffic.

The Economic Times

'Iran does not control the strait': Trump, US military say Hormuz is open, 'traffic is flowing'

Iran war news: US military and President Trump said the Strait of Hormuz remains open. Iranian claims of closing the vital shipping route are being challenged by US CENTCOM. Traffic continues to flow through the passageway as concerns over safety rise. Washington and Tehran are currently engaged in a series…

The Economic Times

US attacks Iran over ship being hit in Hormuz; Tehran responds by hitting Arab states

The United States attacked Iran after an Iranian strike damaged a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran retaliated by targeting several Middle Eastern countries hosting US forces. This exchange of fire has endangered ongoing ceasefire negotiations between the two nations. The Strait of Hormuz remains a critical transit…

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'Era of one-sided deals over': Iran Parl speaker Ghalibaf warns US after trade of strikes in Strait of Hormuz

Iran's Parliament Speaker declared one-sided deals are over after US strikes. US forces conducted extensive strikes targeting Iranian military sites this week. Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed to destroy targets in Jordan in retaliation. Qatar and Jordan strongly condemned Iran's military actions and violations. These events follow Iran's announcement of…

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Strait of Hormuz remains open despite Iran's closure declaration, maritime group says

The vital shipping lane through the Strait of Hormuz remained operational, defying Iran's earlier announcements of a closure. While commercial vessels navigated the Omani shores, the atmosphere was charged with threats of military action. Iran's Revolutionary Guard warned that no ships would be permitted to pass until foreign interference ended.

Bangkok Post

US-Iran strikes: latest developments

DUBAI - Iran announced it was again closing the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday and hit Gulf neighbours in retaliation for US strikes, further undermining efforts to salvage Middle East peace efforts.

International Business Times

Middle East Tensions Flare Up As IRGC Shuts Strait Of Hormuz: US, Iran Trade Strikes And Peace Hopes Recede

The US forces launched another wave of attacks on Iran near the contentious Strait of Hormuz on Saturday. The US strikes followed a missile attack on a commercial cargo ship by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), the elite military unit of Iran.

The Economic Times

US-Iran strikes: Latest developments on Gulf attacks, Hormuz closure

Iran announced it was again closing the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday and hit Gulf neighbours in retaliation for US strikes, further undermining efforts to salvage Middle East peace efforts. US strikes 140 targets CENTCOM said Saturday the US military had hit "approximately" 140 targets in Iran in retaliation for…

The Times of India

Middle East ceasefire dead as US bombs Iran again, Hormuz shuts and missiles fly over Gulf countries — top developments

The United States carried out a third round of strikes on Iran after accusing Tehran of attacking a commercial container ship in the Strait of Hormuz. In response, Iran announced that it had once again closed the strategic waterway, stepped up attacks on US military facilities across the Gulf and…

The Economic Times

Iran moves to close Strait of Hormuz. Should investors fear a Nifty crash in coming days?

Indian equities are likely to remain volatile this week as escalating tensions in West Asia and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz threaten to push crude oil prices higher. Investors will also monitor Q1 earnings, inflation data, FII flows and global risk sentiment for market direction.

France 24

US military says Strait of Hormuz open, despite Iran's claims

The US military on Sunday said that "traffic is flowing" through the Strait of Hormuz despite Iran's claim to have closed it in the latest flare-up of the Middle East war. Iran had earlier attacked US-allied Gulf neighbors in response to the latest series of US strikes on Iran, further…

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