The Iranian military loaded naval mines onto vessels in the Persian Gulf last month, a move that intensified concerns in Washington that Tehran
July 01, 2025
U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Israel and Iran had agreed to a “complete and total ceasefire” soon after Iran launched a limited missile attack Monday on a U.S. military base in Qatar, retaliating for the American bombing of its nuclear sites
June 23, 2025
The Strait of Hormuz channels about 20 million barrels of oil per day, roughly 20% of global petroleum, along with significant LNG volumes. In theory, Iran could use its submarines, fast-attack boats, UAVs, and shore-launched anti-ship missiles to disrupt maritime traffic. But analysts emphasize Iran’s limitations: “Iran is not capable of completely closing the strait”, says Atlantic Council’s Daniel Mouton. The waterway’s width, existing navigation routes, and international naval deterrence diminish the likelihood of a total blockade. Any disruption would dramatically lift oil prices worldwide. Citigroup forecasts Brent crude could surge to $90 per barrel, with more prolonged or total
June 27, 2025
Options markets suggest the probability of a disruption of oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz is just 4% following the Iran-Israel ceasefire, Goldman Sachs analysts said in a note on
June 26, 2025
Vessels near the Strait of Hormuz have been broadcasting unusual messages concerning nationality in a bid to avoid being attacked as
June 26, 2025
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June 25, 2025
Negotiations are possible between the US and Iran, but they will neither be easy nor likely to produce more than limited outcomes.
June 25, 2025
CNN's Anna Stewart explains the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz off Iran's southern coast and how the conflict between Israel and Iran could impact global energy markets.
June 23, 2025
President Donald Trump has declared the “12 day war” between Israel and Iran is set to end in a ceasefire
June 23, 2025
The war between Israel and Iran has raised concerns that Iran could try to close the Strait of Hormuz, the world’s most important oil chokepoint
June 23, 2025
If oil prices are any measure, Iran just flinched
June 23, 2025
U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran and Tehran's reprisals have doubled the price of insuring shipments to the Middle East and the Gulf in the last
June 23, 2025
Oil prices settled down more than 7% on Monday, losing more than $5 a barrel after Iran took no action to disrupt oil and gas tanker traffic through the Strait
June 22, 2025
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June 22, 2025
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June 23, 2025
At least two supertankers made U-turns near the Strait of Hormuz following U.S. military strikes on Iran, shiptracking data shows, as more than a week of violence in the
June 23, 2025
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June 23, 2025
An Iranian closure of the Strait of Hormuz would be dangerous and "not good for anybody", the European Union's top diplomat said on Monday.
June 23, 2025
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June 23, 2025
Oil futures surge following US strikes in Iran
June 22, 2025
Brent crude oil prices could hit $110 a barrel if the Strait of Hormuz is blocked, Goldman Sachs analysts have forecast, while HSBC analysts see prices topping above $80.
June 22, 2025
Iran's Supreme National Security Council must make the final decision on whether to close the Strait of Hormuz following U.S. bombing raids, Iran's Press TV said on Sunday, after
June 22, 2025
Iran's top security body must make the final decision on whether to close the Strait of Hormuz, Iranian TV said on Sunday, after parliament reportedly backed the measure in response to U.S.
October 20, 2023
Maersk vessels continue to sail through the Strait of Hormuz but the company was ready to re-evaluate this based on available information, the group said in a statement on Sunday,
June 22, 2025
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