From 13 April to 29 May 2026, the US simultaneously blockaded Iranian ports. Until the war's start, about 25% of the world's seaborne oil trade and 20% of the ...
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Beijing and Tehran signed a comprehensive strategic partnership agreement in 2021, which reportedly outlines cooperation in economic, security, and technological sectors. While the existence of the agreement is stated, specific details regarding the scope and implementation of these provisions require further verification.
3 days ago ... During the first U.S. blockade, in effect from April until mid-June, forces redirected more than 140 ships and disabled nine near the Strait of ...
4 days ago ... For Iran, the effect of the blockade was dire. Oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz accounted for about 80 percent of total Iranian exports.
Jun 17, 2026 ... In this June 17, 2026, update of What's Going on With Shipping, Sal Mercogliano analyzes the latest developments in the Strait of Hormuz as ...