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US and Iran trade attacks for a second day, undermining shaky ceasefire

United States and Iran exchanged air strikes for a second day. President Trump vowed more attacks if Iran does not agree to a peace deal. Tensions escalated after a US helicopter was downed near the Strait of Hormuz. Iran claimed to have closed the strait, a claim the US denied.…

The Economic Times

Trump news at a glance: president follows through on threats against Iran with fresh strikes

Two days of strikes followed downing of US Apache helicopter over the strait of Hormuz, which Trump has blamed on Iran – key US politics stories from Wednesday 10 June at a glance

The Guardian - US

US launches new strikes after Trump threatens to attack Iran 'very hard'

The US launched a new round of overnight strikes on multiple targets in Iran, with President Donald Trump warning of further attacks unless Tehran quickly agrees to a peace deal. The strikes targeted Iranian air defence and radar sites near the Strait of Hormuz after a US helicopter was downed…

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Trump says ‘I love the inflation’ as rate rises to 4.2% amid Iran war pressure

Before the conflict began, inflation was at 2.4%, but the closure of the strait of Hormuz has affected energy prices

The Guardian - US

CMA CGM chief says 'unwise' to assume Hormuz will return to pre-war situation

The head of French shipping giant CMA CGM believes the Strait of Hormuz will not return to its previous state. The company is adapting to ongoing geopolitical issues.

The Economic Times

US says second day of strikes ‘completed’ – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU

Iran Reportedly Shoots Down First $52M US Apache Near Strait of Hormuz: Trump Vows Revenge While Attending Knicks Game

A US Apache helicopter was reportedly downed by Iran near the Strait of Hormuz, prompting President Trump to vow retaliation, threatening fragile diplomatic efforts in the region.

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Trump launches strikes against Iran after downing of US army helicopter

US president blames Tehran for loss of Apache gunship, whose crew were rescued by a drone near strait of Hormuz

The Guardian - UK

Iraq Also Intensifying Work To Reroute Exports Away From Strait Of Hormuz As Blockade Continues

Iraq and the United Arab Emirates are both intensifying plans to expand pipelines and avoid depending on the Strait of Hormuz as the blockade of the key waterway resulting from the Iran war continues.

International Business Times

Trump insists Iran deal is days away as both sides step back from brink

Speaking after Monday's exchange of strikes — the biggest blow yet to the April ceasefire in the Iran war — Trump said bombing Iran further would keep the Strait of Hormuz closed for months and cost lives.

Euronews

Tehran launches retaliatory attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU

Traders Predict That the Strait of Hormuz Will Not Go Back to Normal Until the End of the Year

Kalshi's market tracking indicated that traffic through the Strait of Hormuz would return to normal, implying roughly a 66% probability that conditions would not normalize by mid-June.

International Business Times

Will Iran give up on ceasefire talks as strait of Hormuz blockade continues?

Chokehold on shipping route draws Houthis in Yemen back into conflict as commenters see ‘no turning back’

The Guardian - UK

Oil market calm masks a host of unknowns

Global oil markets are experiencing an unusual calm despite a major supply shock. The Strait of Hormuz remains largely shut, impacting significant global supply. However, prices have retreated from highs. Uncertainties about global inventories, China's demand, and the true state of consumption create a precarious situation. Experts are operating with…

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Oil Price Today (June 8): Crude oil flares up 5% as Israel attacks Iran, Lebanon in latest escalation. What's next?

Oil prices surged 5% on Monday after Israel launched fresh strikes on Lebanon, raising fears of renewed Middle East tensions and potential disruptions to crude flows through the Strait of Hormuz. U.S. crude climbed to $92.64 a barrel, while Brent crude rose to $95.42 a barrel.

The Economic Times

US, Iran appear far from peace deal 100 days since war began

Tensions rise as US and Iran struggle for an interim deal. Fresh attacks test a fragile ceasefire. Frozen Iranian assets and the Lebanon conflict stall negotiations. The Strait of Hormuz remains a focal point. Global oil prices spike, impacting voters ahead of midterm elections. Pakistan plays a mediating role.

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

France 24

Live: Israel reports missiles from Iran in first bombardment since fragile ceasefire

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As OPEC+ meets, Iran war hobbles power to shape oil market

OPEC+ ministers are meeting to discuss increasing oil production quotas to combat surging prices, which have doubled since Strait of Hormuz was effectively blocked by conflict. However, analysts believe geopolitical realities and dwindling supply mean any output increases will have limited impact on global prices.

AAP

Hostilities flare in Iran war with talks at a stalemate

An Iranian drone attack has closed Kuwait's airport and the US has launched strikes near the Strait of Hormuz as talks to end the war remain at an impasse.

Bangkok Post

Hostilities flare in Iran war, oil jumps with talks at a stalemate

CAIRO/WASHINGTON - Gulf hostilities flared again on Wednesday, with an Iranian missile attack damaging Kuwait's airport and the U.S. military carrying out strikes near ‌the Strait of Hormuz, as diplomacy between Washington and Tehran showed little progress.

The Economic Times

The Iran war is pushing the global gas trade into the shadows

As the Strait of Hormuz remains under Iranian control amid the ongoing West Asia conflict, Qatar has quietly resumed some LNG exports by adopting tactics more commonly associated with the oil industry's “shadow fleet.” LNG carriers are increasingly switching off transponders, travelling in pairs, and making “dark transits” through the…

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Why Asia's oil lifeline can't survive on US crude alone

Asian nations are receiving more crude oil from the United States. However, these increased shipments cannot fully replace oil lost due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. This situation is creating supply challenges for refineries. Experts believe prices for refined fuels may rise. Less developed countries in Asia…

The Economic Times

Hormuz gauntlet runner says Trump has been good for shipping

Dynacom Tankers Management founder George Procopiou stated that US President Donald Trump's policies have benefited the shipping industry.

The Economic Times

'Sit back and relax': Can Trump afford to go back to war with Iran?

US President Trump's cautious optimism regarding Iran negotiations has been shattered as Tehran suspends talks, citing Israeli actions in Lebanon. This escalation threatens the Strait of Hormuz, reignites military exchanges, and jeopardizes Trump's political standing and economic stability ahead of crucial midterm elections.

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