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Oil Prices Jump on Outburst of Violence in the Middle East
Attacks on ships around the Strait of Hormuz have continued as a war between Saudi Arabia and the Houthi militia intensified.
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Latest on Strait
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HEAR IT: Chilling Audio Reveals What Happens When Ships Test U.S. In The Strait
The U.S. Navy has spent months enforcing a blockade against vessels entering and leaving Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz. Newly released audio offers a g…
Geopolitics
Saudi-backed forces recapture key areas around strait from Houthis in Yemen
Government offensive launched under air cover by Saudi military coalition aims to retake all Houthi-held territory. Forces of the Saudi-led coalition fighting…
Energy
Saudi Aramco's CEO may be too downbeat about the road to restocking global oil supplies
Some see record oil production and more alternative routes for delivery once the Strait of Hormuz fully opens.
Geopolitics
More tankers struck in the Middle East as Iran reiterates conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz
Tehran's conditions include a halt to U.S. "acts of aggression," an end to the naval blockade and economic warfare, and the release of Iranian assets.
Geopolitics
Young sailors on the USS George Washington adjust to life at war - in pictures
Life onboard the aircraft carrier near the strait of Hormuz as it conducts military operations against Iranian targets Continue reading...
Energy
Crude oil exports from strait of Hormuz largely return to pre-war levels
Alternative ways being used to move fuel out of Gulf region, but flows of refined products such as diesel still constrained. Exports of crude from the strait o…
Energy
Why a rebound of oil shipments isn't bringing a big drop in prices
Crude oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz have begun to approach prewar levels. But analysts expect fuel prices to remain high.
Geopolitics
Body of newborn baby found on Welsh shoreline, prompting search for mother
Police and medics fear mother could be 'extremely vulnerable', after discovery in Bangor close to Menai strait on SundayPolice are searching for the mother of…
Energy
Oil gains over 1% as Trump rejects Iranian proposal to reopen Hormuz Strait
Oil prices jumped on Monday after U.S. President Donald Trump rejected an Iranian peace proposal aimed at ending the conflict.
Geopolitics
Trump reportedly rejects Iran's seven-day peace deal to reopen strait of Hormuz
Tehran awaits official response to plan, but US president is said to expect renewed strikes after midterms. Iran is awaiting an official US response to its pr…
Geopolitics
Iranian President Pezeshkian talks about proposal to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Iran's Masoud Pezeshkian, who is also a physician, says he has visited Iran's supreme leader twice and talked with CBS News' Margaret Brennan about Mojtaba Kha…
Geopolitics
Iran proposes a 7-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz
Iran's president says Tehran wants a deal with the U.S. before November's midterm elections, as the regime puts an offer on the table.
Energy
Why JPMorgan has given up predicting what the oil markets will do next
The continued conflict has throttled about a quarter of the world's oil that is shipped through the Strait of Hormuz.
Geopolitics
Iran offers to reopen Strait of Hormuz within 7 days and restart nuclear talks
The remarks came as the Houthis launched a new wave of missile and drone attacks at Saudi targets Friday morning.
Geopolitics
Iran awaiting response from Trump on proposal to open strait of Hormuz in six days
Country says US must lift sanctions on its oil exports and end the war on all fronts, including in LebanonIran said it has told Donald Trump it is willing to o…
Energy
Oil falls below $100 a barrel on reports Iran 'makes strait of Hormuz offer'; UK government borrowing paints 'dismal picture' - business live
The rising cost of servicing the UK national debt pushed up borrowing last month. How much 'headroom' might John Healey still have to keep within the governmen…
Energy
2 ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz as Trump grapples with his next move
Following more attacks on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, Trump said he'll make a "big decision" on whether to "annihilate" Iran's leadership.
Energy
Saudi Arabia is now pushing to export more oil through the Strait of Hormuz
With its East-West pipeline shut down, the Straight of Hormuz is the best avenue available and its spigot has recently opened up. Will it last?
Geopolitics
Houthis threaten more Saudi strikes as UN warns of humanitarian crisis in Yemen
Estimated 100,000 Yemenis displaced amid renewed fighting as Qatar sounds alarm over Bab al-Mandab strait. Saudi cities faced the threat of a second day of Hou…
Energy
Oil prices near 4-month high as Iran and Oman delay Strait of Hormuz talks
Iran and Oman delay a meeting to discuss control of the Strait of Hormuz as fighting between Iran's Houthi allies and Saudi Arabia raises the stakes for global…
Energy
Oil prices rise after Saudi Arabia shut down critical pipeline that bypasses Strait of Hormuz
Saudi Arabia has faced escalating attacks from Iran-allied militant groups in recent days.
Geopolitics
Somalis rethink trade routes as Houthis disrupt established shipping channels
Somali businesses are seeking alternative shipping routes due to disruptions and security concerns around the Bab al-Mandab Strait and the Strait of Hormuz aft…
Geopolitics
Vessel struck in Strait of Hormuz, UKMTO says, as prospects for U.S.-Iran diplomacy appear elusive
The latest strike happened ahead of an expected meeting between Iranian and Gulf officials in Oman to sign an agreement for shipping through the strait.
Energy
Crude oil tops $100 a barrel, increasing prices at the pump
An escalation of fighting around the Strait of Hormuz pushes the benchmark price of crude oil back above $100 per barrel. That's leading to higher prices at th…
Energy
Iran Launches Massive Attack on Global Shipping
Such assaults put the Strait of Hormuz under growing pressure as global crude prices skyrocket.
Energy
Iran claims to have attacked 10 ships near strait of Hormuz after US strikes
Oil price rises above $100 a barrel as Tehran responds to US attacks that sunk five Iranian tankers Tehran has said it attacked 10 ships around the strait of H…
Energy
Dow falls 350 points as oil jumps above $100 for first time since July
Renewed hostilities amid the war with Iran stoked concerns that energy supply disruptions could last months longer, as the Strait of Hormuz - a vital maritime…
Industrials
Are Germany's Factories Turning a Corner?
Factory orders and industrial production rose in the second quarter, shaking off fears of a slowdown as disruptions in the Hormuz Strait sent energy prices soa…
Geopolitics
Iran says it captured US submarine drone in Strait of Hormuz
Iran said Tuesday it captured a U.S. uncrewed submarine in the Strait of Hormuz. The Pentagon said it had malfunctioned more than a day ago.
