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Glaring detail shows how Hormuz blockade puts economy at risk
The global economy is facing mounting uncertainty as Donald Trump’s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz comes into force, choking one of the world’s most critical oil and shipping routes.
Asia markets open higher amid hopes of a U.S.-Iran deal; China trade data in focus
- Asia-Pacific markets opened higher Tuesday, amid hopes that a deal between Washington and Tehran was still possible - The West Texas Intermediate was 2.37% lower at $96.73 per barrel as of 8:00…
EDITORIAL CARTOON
In the event of a war with China, Taiwan has some surprisingly tough defenses that could make it as difficult to tackle as a porcupine: A shoreline dotted with swamps, rocks and concrete barriers…
Why the US Must Strengthen Its Kurdish Partnership
Why the US Must Strengthen Its Kurdish Partnership Iranian attacks on Iraqi Kurdistan have revealed the autonomous region’s air defense vulnerabilities.
Trump shakes fist, then claims Iran contact again
US President Donald Trump said Iran reached out to his administration over peace negotiations, after his rhetoric on Monday warning that any Iranian "fast-attack" ships that go near its maritime…
How US Navy is choking Iran through Hormuz blockade and at what cost
How US Navy is choking Iran through Hormuz blockade and at what cost The blockade is a calculated attempt by President Donald Trump to squeeze Iran's economy at its core by cutting off oil exports…
Peak oil price likely to come 'in next few weeks', US Energy secretary says
Peak oil price likely to come 'in next few weeks', US Energy secretary says US President Donald Trump previously said that the price of oil and gasoline may remain high until November's midterm…
China reacts to Trump’s blockade of Iranian ports as tensions escalate
China warned against external interference after the United States moved to enforce a new naval blockade on Iranian ports following the breakdown of U.S-Iran ceasefire talks this weekend.
Gas supplies ‘can meet British demand over summer’ despite Iran war disruption
Gas supplies ‘can meet British demand over summer’ despite Iran war disruption Britain is expected to have sufficient gas supply to meet demand from households and businesses this summer despite…
Why renewables alone cannot deliver energy security for S-E Asia
Why renewables alone cannot deliver energy security for S-E Asia Asean countries should go beyond diversification of oil import sources - Energy security requires diversification across fuels…
How Iran's "defeated" military can still challenge US naval blockade
With President Donald Trump ordering the U.S. Navy to blockade Iran after failed peace talks, the Islamic Republic's battered armed forces still have some cards to play that could raise the costs of…
Iran-Linked Tankers Sail Through Hormuz Before US Blockade
Iran-Linked Tankers Sail Through Hormuz Before US Blockade Two oil tankers linked to Iran exited the Gulf on Monday via the Strait of Hormuz ahead of a planned U.S. blockade on Iranian ports and…
US energy chief: Oil prices likely to rise until 'meaningful' traffic resumes through Hormuz
This is an entry from: Live: US navy blockade of Iran ports begins US energy chief: Oil prices likely to rise until 'meaningful' traffic resumes through Hormuz 13 April 2026 23:34 BST Oil prices are…
Germany’s Merz urges Netanyahu to end Lebanon fighting
Germany’s Merz urges Netanyahu to end Lebanon fighting BERLIN, Germany — German Chancellor Friedrich Merz urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday to end fighting in southern…
Huge call on Aus ships in Strait of Hormuz
Australia to join 40 countries in talks to potentially deploy defensive naval coalition to Strait of Hormuz Australia will join 40 countries in international talks to mull over taking a major step…
Energy prices rise despite Jones Act suspension by Trump
Energy prices rise despite Jones Act suspension by Trump Shipping costs have increased by more than 10 percent in the past month due to the US-Israel war on Iran.
Tankers turn back at Hormuz as crude jumps over 4% on US blockade
Two oil tankers reversed course as they approached the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, just hours after the US naval blockade against Iranian ports took effect, according to maritime tracking platform…
Takeaways from AP and Lee's report on how soybean farmers were impacted by tariffs, Iran war
Midwest soybean farmers have faced persistent financial headwinds in recent years, which were compounded by tariffs and the war in the Middle East, reporting from Lee Enterprises and The Associated…
Trump insists Iran wants to make a deal 'very badly'
Trump insists Iran wants to make a deal 'very badly' and that only sticking point between warring nations is 'over nuclear' - Get your news delivered straight to you by 7am - sign up to our new…
Crude Oil Rallies as US Blockade of Strait of Hormuz Begins
May WTI crude oil (CLK26) on Monday closed up +2.51 (+2.60%), and May RBOB gasoline (RBK26) closed up +0.0787 (+2.59%).