On February 28, the United States and Israel initiated armed hostilities against Iran. Reports indicate the launch of a coordinated military campaign, although specific operational details and immediate aftermath remain under verification.
Oil transit through Strait of Hormuz has reached nearly 80% of February levels — Rubio
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"The only country unable to regularly ship oil from the Middle East is Iran, whose supplies have been completely blocked or halted by the blockade," the US Secretary of State said
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"The only country unable to regularly ship oil from the Middle East is Iran, whose supplies have been completely blocked or halted by the blockade," the US Secretary of State said
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