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What is happening in the Strait of Hormuz after Trump’s strange rant?

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The Independent UK · Aug 26

Iran Accused The U.S. Of Blocking a Deal To Set Up a Safe Route Through Hormuz. Oil Is Dropping Anyway.

Trump, on his end, said all mines in the waterway have been cleared.

International Business Times · Aug 26

Iran, Oman reach deal on Strait of Hormuz, but reopening hinges on US conditions

Iran and Oman reached an agreement on Strait of Hormuz control and revenues. The Revolutionary Guards stated the strait will not reopen without US acceptance. Shipping has largely halted, increasing global energy prices due to blockades. Iran blacklisted ships while the US increased economic pressure on Tehran. Oil prices eased…

The Economic Times · Aug 26

India, China can help resolve West Asia conflict: Hillary Clinton

Former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said India and China could play key roles in resolving the West Asia conflict because of their energy ties with Iran. She said diplomatic pressure from major buyers, particularly China, could help push Tehran towards reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

The Economic Times · Aug 26

Global Market: European shares edge higher as oil prices fall, Nvidia earnings in focus

European shares edged higher as falling oil prices eased bond yields and supported equities, while investors awaited Nvidia’s quarterly results and fresh US inflation data. The STOXX 600 gained 0.1%, with basic resources leading gains, even as energy stocks lagged amid hopes of a reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

The Economic Times · Aug 26

Trump says he believes Iran’s leader is still alive but 'seriously wounded'

President Donald Trump on Wednesday said he believes Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is “very seriously wounded”, but not dead. Khamenei has not been seen in public since the US and Israel launched the Iran war in February, prompting months of speculation over the new Iranian leader’s health. Follow our…

France 24 · Aug 26

Iran-US war latest: Trump says Hormuz is a ‘very functioning Strait despite the odd rocket or drone’ in bizarre rant

US president repeats claim that the vital oil waterway is open

The Independent UK · Aug 26

Some Indian refiners, a global energy major plan to avoid Iran-blacklisted ships amid Hormuz risk

Indian refiners and a global energy major will avoid Iran's blacklisted ships. This decision stems from security concerns over vessels crossing the Strait of Hormuz. Iran announced a blacklist of 45 ships for breaking its maritime rules. These actions escalate threats over the vital waterway for global energy supplies. The…

The Economic Times · Aug 26

Asian shares mostly rise as oil prices fall and hope grows for AI

Asian shares are mostly higher as investors keep an eye on the ongoing talks over reopening the Strait of Hormuz, which remains largely shut down because of the war in Iran

The Independent UK · Aug 26

Sensex rises over 300 points; Nifty above 24,350 as oil prices slide. What lies ahead?

On Wednesday, Indian stock markets rallied, buoyed by a decrease in oil prices and renewed optimism surrounding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, following a resumption of talks with Iran. Both the Sensex and Nifty indices showed positive momentum, with broader market metrics also trending upward, reflecting a hopeful…

The Economic Times · Aug 26