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Iran Mocks Trump’s Hormuz Claims with Map
Iran's new security chief Mohsen Rezaei mocked US President Donald Trump's claims of control over the Strait of Hormuz, saying Washington had failed to fully reopen the crucial waterway.
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A 4-Million-Bpd Shadow Oil Highway Is Running Through Hormuz
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A 4-Million-Bpd Shadow Oil Highway Is Running Through Hormuz
Aramco has put its VLCCs back into the Hormuz Strait after a three-week pause, and oil prices are rising as a result. The move is seen as a sign of increased tensions between the US and Iran.
Somali Piracy Surges Amid Hormuz Blockade
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Somali Piracy Surges Amid Hormuz Blockade
Somali piracy has surged amid the Hormuz blockade, with the prolonged U.S.-Iran conflict causing a significant increase in attacks on oil tankers. The situation has led to a rise in oil prices, with Brent crude reaching $88.52 and WTI crude at $82.40.
Hormuz Tensions Surge After Reports of Another Tanker Strike
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Hormuz Tensions Surge After Reports of Another Tanker Strike
Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have escalated after reports of another tanker strike. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of oil shipments and the potential for further conflict in the region.
Aramco Deepens Asia Oil Discount Ahead of Possible Hormuz Deal
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Aramco Deepens Asia Oil Discount Ahead of Possible Hormuz Deal
Saudi Aramco has deepened its oil discount in Asia ahead of a possible deal to manage the Strait of Hormuz. The move is seen as a sign of the company's efforts to maintain its market share in the region.
Hormuz Crisis Is Rewriting the Global LPG Trade
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Hormuz Crisis Is Rewriting the Global LPG Trade
The ongoing Hormuz crisis is significantly impacting the global LPG trade, with India's refiners turning to West African grades to bypass the bottleneck. The crisis has led to a surge in tanker traffic in the Red Sea, with several attacks reported in recent weeks.
Asia’s energy-starved nations go dark as Hormuz tensions drag on
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Asia’s energy-starved nations go dark as Hormuz tensions drag on
Cambodia's soaring fuel costs have led to a 40% increase in gasoline prices, affecting households and small businesses, and raising the risk of longer-term economic damage.
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US Treasury Sanctions Iranian Firms Taking Bitcoin for Hormuz Passage
The US Treasury has sanctioned two Iranian firms behind a scheme requiring vessels to buy IRGC-approved 'insurance' to transit the Strait of Hormuz. One of the firms, Hormuz Safe, accepts Bitcoin and other digital assets to evade sanctions.
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Japan turns to Canadian crude as Asia feels Hormuz supply pinch
Japan is turning to Canadian crude oil as Asia feels the pinch of the Hormuz supply disruption. The first shipment of Canadian crude since 2025 is headed to Japan on a ship chartered by Exxon Mobil.
The Trade Routes Iran Cannot Afford to Lose
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The Trade Routes Iran Cannot Afford to Lose
The escalating crisis around the Strait of Hormuz is driving a geopolitical shift across Asia, with Iran's trade routes becoming increasingly important. The Hormuz Crisis is a major concern for oil-producing countries, as it threatens to disrupt global fuel supplies.
Pakistan Scrambles for Oil Alternatives as Hormuz, Red Sea Risks Mount
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Pakistan Scrambles for Oil Alternatives as Hormuz, Red Sea Risks Mount
Pakistan is scrambling to find alternative oil sources as the risks of a conflict in the Hormuz and Red Sea regions continue to mount. The country is looking to diversify its energy imports and reduce its reliance on oil from the Middle East.
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Middle East crisis live: US renews strikes on Iran as Trump threatens to attack nuclear site ‘very heavily’
The US military completed its 11th night of strikes on Iran, including on aircraft hangars and drone storage sites, as the renewed conflict continues to undermine diplomatic efforts to salvage an interim ceasefire deal.
India Pulls Back From Iraqi Oil as Hormuz Turns Too Dangerous
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India Pulls Back From Iraqi Oil as Hormuz Turns Too Dangerous
India has pulled back from Iraqi oil as the situation in the Strait of Hormuz turns too dangerous. The country's oil imports from Iraq have been significantly reduced due to the ongoing conflict in the region.
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Oil Nears $100 With Hormuz Closed
Global oil markets are now headed back towards $100 after a Kuwait-owned oil tanker was struck near the Strait of Hormuz. The vessel, Kaifan, operated by Kuwait Oil Tanker Co. S.A.K., was hit while travelling through the Strait, according to security consultancy EOS Risk …
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UAE’s Hormuz workaround tries to bypass its trillion-dollar economic heart
The UAE wants to cut dependence on the Strait of Hormuz to 'zero', but its economy relies heavily on ports within the waterway. New terminals offer insurance, but analysts say securing trade ultimately relies on lasting peace, not just pouring concrete.
South Korea Bets on Red Sea Route as Hormuz Disruptions Persist
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South Korea Bets on Red Sea Route as Hormuz Disruptions Persist
South Korea is betting on the Red Sea route as disruptions persist in the Strait of Hormuz. The country is seeking to diversify its oil imports and reduce its reliance on the Middle East. The move is seen as a strategic shift in South Korea's energy policy.
Oil Prices Set for Biggest Weekly Surge Since April as Iran War Escalates
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Oil Prices Set for Biggest Weekly Surge Since April as Iran War Escalates
Oil prices are set for their biggest weekly surge since April as tensions between Iran and the US escalate, with the Strait of Hormuz at risk of being closed. The conflict has led to a surge in oil prices, with Brent crude futures jumping 8% after Trump reimposed the Iran…
Chevron Moves Closer to Iraq's Biggest Oil Prize—and a Hormuz Exit Strategy
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Chevron Moves Closer to Iraq's Biggest Oil Prize—and a Hormuz Exit Strategy
Chevron is moving closer to Iraq's biggest oil prize, and the company is also developing a Hormuz exit strategy. This move is significant as it could impact the global oil market and the security of oil supplies.
Five Ways China Is Shielding Itself as the Hormuz Cease-Fire Collapses
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Five Ways China Is Shielding Itself as the Hormuz Cease-Fire Collapses
China is taking steps to shield itself from the Hormuz cease-fire collapse, including reducing its reliance on Middle Eastern oil and increasing its domestic refining capacity.
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Shipping executives warn Trump's Hormuz toll plan could backfire
Shipping industry leaders are warning that President Donald Trump's proposal to charge a 20% levy on cargo passing through the Strait of Hormuz could discourage vessels from using the waterway even further, deepening a slowdown that has already cut traffic through the cri…
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Oil prices rise by 5% amid US escalated tensions
Oil prices have increased by 5% due to US-created tensions in the region. The price rise came after reports of restrictions and blocked traffic in the Strait of Hormuz. The US President has claimed that the US will re-impose a naval blockade on Iran.
Oil Prices Jump 4% as US-Iran Strikes Threaten Hormuz Shipments
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Oil Prices Jump 4% as US-Iran Strikes Threaten Hormuz Shipments
Global oil prices surged more than 4% on Monday after renewed military strikes between the United States and Iran heightened concerns over energy shipments through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz.
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Iran no to let US interference in Hormuz management
Iran's top military command has warned that it will not allow the US to interfere in the management of the Strait of Hormuz. The warning comes after a series of US actions that have put the Islamabad MoU into crisis.
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Iran and the Attempt to Secure the Strait of Hormuz
Iranian leaders believe that the Strait of Hormuz is now a winning card to raise the cost on their enemies; however, this assumption overlooks an important matter, which is that this tool has a negative impact not only on the US but also on Iran's neighbors in the Gulf.
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Iran's Hormuz leverage is a 'genuine asymmetric equaliser' no other card can match: Italian analyst
An Italian geopolitical analyst examines the collapse of the US-Iran memorandum after Washington's July strikes, arguing the rupture reflects coercive bargaining, not a scripted plot. She explains why the Strait of Hormuz remains Iran's most valuable, double-edged card.
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Iran's Revolutionary Guard Announces Closure of Strait of Hormuz 'Until Further Notice'
Iran's Revolutionary Guard has announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, citing a US ship's attempt to pass through the waterway without permission. The move comes as tensions between Iran and the US remain high, with the two countries engaged in indirect talks in Sw…
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Iran, Oman Discuss 'Proportionate Mechanism' for Hormuz
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met with Oman's Foreign Minister Seyyed Badr Al-Busaid to discuss a 'proportionate mechanism' for the safe passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz. The meeting aimed to strengthen bilateral relations between Iran and Oman, as …
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Oil Prices Set for Weekly Gain as Hormuz Tensions Escalate
Oil prices are expected to rise this week due to escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil shipping route. The situation has led to a surge in oil prices, with Brent crude reaching a 13-month high.
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Araghchi spoke with his Turkish, Omani counterparts on Hormuz
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi held separate telephone conversations with his Turkish and Omani counterparts to discuss latest developments in the region, and recent events in Hormuz Strait.
Gulf Oil Producers Relaunch Fight for Market Share in Asia
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Gulf Oil Producers Relaunch Fight for Market Share in Asia
Gulf oil producers are relaunching their fight for market share in Asia, despite the ongoing Iran conflict. The region's oil prices have been affected by the Hormuz Strait's persistent risks, but tanker traffic is slowly recovering.