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US sailor heading for the Strait of Hormuz evacuated after monkey attack

‘Weird stuff happens,’ a military official said of the bizarre incident

The Independent UK

Strait of Hormuz: Iran’s ‘nuclear deterrent’

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'Completely Unacceptable': Strait of Hormuz Could Take 6 Months to Fully Open But Pentagon Dismisses Report

The Pentagon denies claims that reopening the Strait of Hormuz could take six months, amid escalating tensions between Iran and the US.

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UK hosts positive talks on Strait of Hormuz mission: ‘Millions are looking to our leaders, we can’t let them down’

The military planning conference in London had aimed to build on talks held by Sir Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris last week

The Independent UK

Trump's strategy for a mined-shut Strait of Hormuz: appease Joe Rogan with psychedelics and weed

Joe Rogan claims Trump calls him "liberal" but he shows up at the White House as Theo Von flirts with Bernie Sanders — and a global recession looms.

Fortune

Deal or Die: Trump's Iran playbook takes a dark turn

TOI Correspondent from Washington: US President Donald Trump on Wednesday escalated his rhetoric against Iran to a new pitch, appearing to endorse the idea of eliminating Iranian leaders who oppose a deal, two weeks after he threatened to annihilate a civilisation --- even as he doubled down on claims of…

The Times of India

Trump loses it over Iran peace deal failure and orders Navy to ‘shoot and kill’ over Hormuz Strait: ‘CRAZY!’

The U.S. Navy decommissioned four Avenger-class minesweepers last fall and returned them from the Persian Gulf aboard a large cargo ship this past January

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Trump Says He Ordered U.S. Forces To 'Shoot And Kill' Iranian Boats Blockading The Strait Of Hormuz

President Donald Trump said on Thursday that he ordered U.S. forces to "shoot and kill" Iranian boats blockading the Strait of Hormuz.

International Business Times

Donald Trump Issues 'Shoot and Kill' Order to U.S. Navy as Strait of Hormuz Conflict Escalates

Donald Trump has told the US navy to 'shoot and kill' any Iranian boats laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz, hardening a blockade that is already roiling global energy markets and testing maritime law.

International Business Times UK

Trump issues ‘shoot to kill’ order for boats laying mines in Strait of Hormuz

President Donald Trump has also directed the US navy to step-up clearance of the explosive devices from the critical Gulf waterway.

Evening Standard

Trump issues ‘shoot and kill’ order to US navy in Strait of Hormuz

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The Independent UK

Pentagon Tells Congress that Clearing Mines from the Strait of Hormuz Could Take Up to 6 Months

Pentagon officials told Congress Iran may have deployed at least 20 mines using both boats and GPS-guided remote systems in the Strait of Hormuz, according to a new report.

International Business Times

The Iran war is pushing Southeast Asia to debate the once unthinkable: Whether ships will need to pay to transit the Strait of Malacca

Indonesia’s finance minister has floated the idea. Singapore and Malaysia are pushing back. Thailand sees an opportunity.

Fortune

Brent Crude Climbs Back Above $100 a Barrel As Tensions Continue At The Strait Of Hormuz

Brent crude oil has climbed back above $100 a barrel on Wednesday the Strait of Hormuz remains closed and Iran shows no signs of willingness to attend a second round of negotiations with the U.S.

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The Times of India

Is Trump's Hormuz blockade a 'success'? 34 Iran-linked tankers bypass restrictions with $900 million oil

US claimed that it holds "total control" over the Strait of Hormuz, calling it a success. However, reports reveal Iran-linked tankers are bypassing these restrictions. At least 34 tankers have continued operations, with some carrying significant oil volumes. This situation creates a complex environment for global oil trade. Tensions remain…

International Business Times UK

Jet Fuel Has Nearly Doubled Since Trump Attacked Iran; Summer Flights Are Already 18% More Expensive

European airlines are cutting flights ahead of the busy summer travel season as fuel prices continue to soar and the question of whether the Strait of Hormuz is open remains in flux.

International Business Times

Iran Attacks Ships In The Strait Of Hormuz, Further Escalating Tensions With The U.S.

Iran has attacked at least three ships going through the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, further escalating tensions with the U.S. as questions remain about whether parties will engage in a new round of talks.

Radio France Internationale

UK and France drive outline Hormuz security plans at London talks

The UK is set to host military planners from more than 30 countries for two days of talks beginning today, Wednesday, as momentum builds behind a UK–France-led mission aimed at protecting navigation in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz.

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The Independent UK

Two ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz as fragile Iran ceasefire cracks

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The Times of India

‘No deal if Hormuz reopens’: Trump extends ceasefire, claims Iran losing $500 million a day

President Trump extended a ceasefire with Iran, maintaining a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. He stated Iran is suffering significant financial losses and must present a unified proposal for talks to advance. This decision followed a request from Pakistan's military chief and Prime Minister.

The Independent UK

Dozens of nations meet in London to discuss Strait of Hormuz reopening

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International Business Times

Citi Says Oil Prices Could Surge to $130 A Barrel if Strait of Hormuz Remains Closed

Citi analysts warned of how quickly the oil market could tighten if the Strait of Hormuz does not fully reopen soon, noting that crude could climb as high as $130 a barrel.

International Business Times UK

'Ineffective Leader' Donald Trump Accused Of 'Losing The Plot' After Claiming Credit For Opening Strait He Helped Close

Donald Trump faces intense scrutiny following a scathing op-ed in The Hill calling for his immediate resignation.

The Independent UK

Iran claims it has ‘new cards’ to play if war resumes with US and Israel — what are they?

Iran may ask the Houthis to close the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, another crucial waterway in the Middle East

Axios

Get used to higher gas prices this year

Researchers and analysts don't see a quick drop even if the Iran war ends soon.

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