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The Latest: United Arab Emirates warns of Iranian attacks as US claims progress in Strait of Hormuz

U.S. forces are guiding commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz, where hundreds have been stuck since the Iran war began

The Independent UK

U.S. Says It Sunk Six Iranian Boats Targeting Civilian Vessels As Tensions Escalate

The U.S. said on Monday it sunk six Iranian small boats that were targeting civilian vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.

International Business Times

Crude Oil Prices Surge as Middle East Tensions Flare Up

June WTI crude oil (CLM26 ) today is up +3.18 (+3.12%), and June RBOB gasoline (RBM26 ) is up +0.1323 (+3.68%). Crude oil and gasoline prices recovered from overnight losses and moved sharply higher on signs of heightened tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. Crude prices spiked higher after Iran's...

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OPEC+ Raises Oil Output As Gulf Supply Disruptions Persist Amid Iran War

OPEC+ agreed to a modest increase in oil production for June as the group continues adjusting output during a period of disrupted global supply tied to the ongoing conflict involving Iran and restricted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

International Business Times

US claims it has sank six Iranian boats targeting civilian ships as Trump moves to reopen Strait of Hormuz

US Central Command later said that two US-flagged merchant vessels had crossed the strait under its guidance

The Independent UK

Project Freedom Begins With Massive U.S. Military Presence In Strait Of Hormuz

President Donald Trump said the United States will begin guiding stranded commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, launching a new operation called "Project Freedom" with a major U.S. military presence in one of the world's most dangerous maritime chokepoints.

Latin Times

Trump says Iran has 'taken some shots' but caused little damage in Strait of Hormuz

Meanwhile, a senior admiral said the US had destroyed six Iranian boats and shot down missiles and drones fired at US Navy and commercial vessels by Tehran's forces.

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Macron calls for coordinated reopening of Hormuz as US initiative draws doubts

French President Emmanuel Macron has urged for a “coordinated” reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, warning that a newly announced US-led initiative lacks clarity and risks further tension in an already volatile region.

Radio France Internationale

Trump says ‘Project Freedom’ will guide ‘innocent bystander’ ships through Strait of Hormuz

Thousands of U.S. troops and dozens of aircraft are to be deployed to assist in the effort - Iran has already threatened retaliation

The Independent UK

A closed Strait of Hormuz was once unthinkable

"The idea was laughed out of the room," one expert said when the scenario was discussed.

Axios

U.S.-led task force tells ships to reroute on first day of new effort to reopen the Strait of Hormuz

The United States is launching an effort to guide stranded ships from the Iran-gripped Strait of Hormuz

The Independent UK

Iran-US war latest: US claims it has sunk six Iranian small boats as tensions rise in Strait of Hormuz

The US president vowed to free commercial ships stranded in the waterway as part of so-called ‘Project Freedom’

The Independent UK

OPEC+ countries agree modest rise in production as Iran retains chokehold on key Strait of Hormuz

Seven countries in the OPEC+ grouping of oil-producing countries — including Saudi Arabia and Russia — say they’ve decided to a modest increase in production starting in June as part of a commitment to “market stability.”

The Independent UK

UK military says a bulk carrier near Strait of Hormuz reports being attacked

A bulk carrier near the Strait of Hormuz has reported an attack by multiple small craft

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The Independent UK

Reopening Strait of Hormuz will not mean ‘return to normal’, Starmer warns

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The Iran war has turned the world's shipping straits into a chessboard—and the U.S. aims to box out China from the Panama Canal to the Malacca Strait

As the war over the Strait of Hormuz wages on, the U.S. is quietly gaining more influence over the Panama Canal and the straits of Malacca and Gibraltar.

International Business Times UK

Trump Warns He Will 'Blast the Hell Out Of' Iran After Calling Its Latest Ceasefire Offer Unsatisfactory

President Trump rejected Iran's ceasefire proposal, citing nuclear concerns. The US demands a deal preventing Iran from advancing its nuclear program, while tensions over the Strait of Hormuz persist.

The Times of India

Move over TACO, NACHO takes over: Trump earns new nickname amid oil disruption from Strait of Hormuz blockade

Market analysts have shifted from the 'TACO' nickname for President Trump to 'NACHO' amid escalating tensions over the Strait of Hormuz. This new label reflects growing skepticism that the crucial global energy route will reopen soon, despite ongoing diplomatic efforts and trade disputes.

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We Got This Covered

A month ago, Trump told allies the Strait of Hormuz was not his problem. Now he’s begging them to fix it for him

Well, it's his problem now.

Euronews

US seeks 'maritime freedom' coalition to restart Strait of Hormuz shipping

Iran effectively closed the crucial waterway when the war broke out on 28 February. Normally one-fifth of the world's oil and liquefied natural gas transits the waterway. Its closure has sent energy prices skyrocketing around the world.

The Independent UK

Trump says Iran will ‘have to cry uncle’ to open ‘genius’ blockade of Strait of Hormuz

President Trump told reporters on Wednesday (29 April) that Iran “will have to cry uncle” to reopen the blockade of Strait of Hormuz.

The Independent UK

Oil prices surge as doubts grow over reopening of the Strait of Hormuz

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The Independent UK

Analysis: US blockade is squeezing Iran's all-important oil industry

Even as Iran maintains its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz, the Islamic Republic increasingly finds itself squeezed by an American blockade threatening its oil industry

International Business Times UK

Pete Hegseth Questioned Why Minesweepers Were Sent to Singapore Weeks Before Iran War

The Pentagon is under scrutiny for positioning US Navy mine-clearing ships far from the Strait of Hormuz before conflict with Iran, raising questions about strategic preparedness.

The Independent UK

Trump indicates how long the blockade in Strait of Hormuz could last

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