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Trump threatens to declare strait of Hormuz ‘territory of the United States’

Seriousness of remark made in New York on Friday, and whether it signaled new policy ​position, not clear

The Guardian - US · Aug 14

Iran says the Strait of Hormuz is shut down. The Trump administration says 9 million barrels a day are still getting out

“Hefty chunk of non-Iranian crude still getting out, unlike the Iranian crude that isn’t.”

Fortune · Aug 14

Iran's Brutal Trump Strategy: Drag Out the War Until His Presidency Is Over

Iran's IRGC adviser says Tehran could prolong the war until Trump leaves office, using attrition to deter future attacks as tensions rise over the Strait of Hormuz.

International Business Times UK · Aug 14

Trump hails 'wall of steel' blockade, says US will keep control of Strait of Hormuz

Iran maintains it effectively controls much of the waterway and intends to impose a toll system in response to the US war launched by Trump on 28 February.

Euronews · Aug 12

Global oil supply shortfall to deepen as Hormuz reopening remains elusive, IEA says

Global oil supply will fall by 4.3 million barrels daily this year. Renewed Middle East hostilities are disrupting supplies and deepening the oil market deficit. This year's expected supply drop compares with earlier forecasts and is significant. The International Energy Agency expects a deficit of 1.8 million barrels daily over…

The Economic Times · Aug 12

A Prolonged Hormuz Closure Could Send Crude to $140 As U.S.-Iran Deal Remains Elusive

Oil prices remain far below the surge above $100 a barrel last month and the peak of more than $110 reached in May, but analysts say the relative calm may become increasingly difficult to sustain.

International Business Times · Aug 12

Energy Secretary Chris Wright Says Hormuz Oil Flows Surpass Prewar Levels as US, Gulf Allies Step Up Coordination—Trump Claims ‘100% Control’ of the Strait

Energy Secretary Chris Wright highlighted a significant increase in the average daily oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz over the past week.

Benzinga · Aug 12

Iran-US war latest: Tehran rejects Trump’s claim of ‘total control’ over Hormuz as traffic nears 3-month low

Donald Trump argued the Iranian navy has been destroyed and they cannot enforce the closure of the strait

The Independent UK · Aug 12

Middle East standoff: Why Gulf states may accept that Iran will control the Strait of Hormuz

Gulf energy producers have acknowledged Iran's assertion of control over the critical Strait of Hormuz. This development occurs amidst attempts to resume passage through this essential route, which are stymied by ongoing tensions. Governments in the region prioritize peace over export delays, while Iran aims for financial easing and a…

The Times of India · Aug 11

Pakistan minister Naqvi heads to Iran amid mediation efforts to end conflict

Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Raza Naqvi traveled to Tehran for crucial discussions. He engaged with Iranian officials regarding bilateral ties and mutual interests. This visit follows previous mediation efforts by Pakistan and Gulf countries. Talks between the US and Iran collapsed last month due to escalating tensions. The Strait of…

The Economic Times · Aug 11