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🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Oil companies gain 369 billion in stock market driven by soaring oil prices and Hormuz blockade

Oil companies have seen a surge of 369 billion euros in market valuation due to rising oil prices fueled by geopolitical tensions and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

Mar 23 • 04:25 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Iran claims 'no blockade on Hormuz Strait, non-adversarial countries can navigate' just one day before the '48-hour' deadline

Iran asserts that the Hormuz Strait remains open and places the blame for logistical delays on the United States, despite an imminent ultimatum from President Donald Trump.

Mar 23 • 00:28 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
World

Iran, the mullahs warn: 'Total blockade of Hormuz'. Six points for the truce

Iranian officials warn of a total blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and provide six points for a potential truce amid escalating tensions with the U.S.

Mar 23 • 00:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

"LNG Supply Will Cut Off in 10 Days"... Countdown to Unprecedented 'Supply Cliff'

The global liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply is facing a severe cut-off due to the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz amid the ongoing war between the US, Israel, and Iran.

Mar 22 • 23:53 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

US warns Israel that the Hormuz operation will take weeks... outlook of prolonged conflict conveyed

U.S. officials have informed Israel that the military operation to lift the blockade in the Strait of Hormuz could take several weeks longer than previously anticipated.

Mar 22 • 23:18 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

24 ships attacked, eight people dead and 95% drop in movement: the numbers of the blockade in Hormuz

The Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping route, has been nearly paralyzed due to an ongoing Middle Eastern conflict that began when the US and Israel targeted Iran.

Mar 22 • 13:44 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
World

Show that you have balls! Trump has a quirky recipe for solving the oil problem

Donald Trump proposed that shipping companies bravely navigate the Hormuz Strait despite the Iranian blockade as a solution to the oil supply issue.

Mar 22 • 12:29 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Editorial] Long-term blockade of Hormuz, all options for securing crude oil must be considered.

Tensions between the U.S. and Iran escalate as both sides threaten civilian infrastructure, resulting in a heightened risk of war and potential disruptions in global energy supply through the strategic Hormuz Strait.

Mar 22 • 10:58 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Kenyans switch from donkeys to Porsches: An unexpected effect of the Hormuz Strait blockade

Due to the blockade of the Hormuz Strait, around 4,000 cars—including luxury models—have been stranded on Lamu Island in Kenya, significantly changing the local transport dynamic.

Mar 22 • 09:46 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
World

Trump threatens to 'obliterate' Iran's power plants over Strait of Hormuz blockade

Donald Trump has issued a warning to Iran, stating that the U.S. will strike Iranian power plants if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened within 48 hours.

Mar 22 • 08:35 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
World

Trump Demands Iran Lift Blockade of the Strait of Hormuz Within 48 Hours

President Trump has demanded that Iran lift its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours, threatening military action if they do not comply.

Mar 22 • 01:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

[Breaking News] Trump: If Hormuz blockade is not lifted within 48 hours, Iran's power plants will be devastated

U.S. President Donald Trump has warned Iran that if it does not fully open the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours, the U.S. will target its major power plants.

Mar 22 • 00:24 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

More than 20 countries say they are ready to help end the blockade in Hormuz

Over 20 countries have condemned Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and expressed readiness to ensure safe navigation through this critical oil passage.

Mar 21 • 18:51 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Will the European Commission Yield? It's About the Ban on Russian Gas

The European Commission may reconsider its plans for an immediate ban on Russian gas purchases due to the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran, which is affecting energy supplies.

Mar 21 • 15:11 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
World

"They circumvented the Hormuz blockade": what is behind Iran's move

Iran has dramatically limited operations in the Strait of Hormuz, impacting global energy markets in response to a joint military operation by the United States and Israel.

Mar 21 • 06:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

‘Bara, bara’: Trump’s 3 Measures to Curb Gasoline Price Increase

Trump announced three key measures to combat rising gasoline prices amid tensions due to Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

Mar 21 • 04:16 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Norway condemns Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz

Norway supports a joint statement condemning Iran's attacks on unarmed merchant vessels in the Gulf and calls for an end to threats and attacks against maritime transport.

Mar 20 • 21:31 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
World

Norway and several countries condemn blockade of the Strait of Hormuz

Norway and allied nations condemn Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, demanding an immediate cessation of attacks on civilian shipping.

Mar 20 • 21:25 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

Fatih Birol (IEA): "The war in Iran is already the greatest threat in history to energy security"

Fatih Birol, the Executive Director of the International Energy Agency, warns that the current reduction in oil supply due to the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran poses unprecedented risks to global energy security.

Mar 20 • 17:23 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
World

The US is considering taking the Iranian island of Jark to break the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz

The US is reportedly contemplating an operation to seize the Iranian island of Jark as part of its military strategy to secure the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing tensions and hostilities in the region.

Mar 20 • 16:20 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

Despite decapitation, Iran’s regime endures: Does Hormuz blockade give Tehran the upper hand?

The article explores how Iran's regime remains resilient despite facing significant challenges and analyzes the implications of the Hormuz blockade.

Mar 20 • 15:33 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

Suez, Panama, Malacca... Beyond Hormuz, these other critical points capable of derailing global trade

The article discusses the global implications of Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and highlights other crucial maritime chokepoints like Suez, Panama, and Malacca that could similarly disrupt world trade.

Mar 20 • 15:16 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Theodoros Kourbelis (Lloyd's Register) on the 'N' Vidcast: The blockade at the Strait of Hormuz threatens the global economy

The blockade at the Strait of Hormuz poses a significant threat to the global economy, as discussed by Theodoros Kourbelis, Global Business Director at Lloyd's Register.

Mar 20 • 14:57 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Government joins the statement condemning the blockade of the Hormuz Strait from seven countries

The South Korean government has joined a statement made by seven nations condemning the blockade of the Hormuz Strait by Iranian forces.

Mar 20 • 14:56 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Axios: Trump is considering seizing or blockading the island of Hark to pressure Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. government, under President Donald Trump, is contemplating a military seizure or blockade of Iran's Hark Island to compel Tehran to reopen the crucial Strait of Hormuz, according to Axios.

Mar 20 • 12:36 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
World

Meloni: "No to military mission to force Hormuz blockade." New raids from Tehran. And the US sends three ships and another 4,000 soldiers

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni rejects the idea of a military mission to force the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, amidst rising tensions in the region.

Mar 20 • 06:25 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
World

It Affects More Than Just the Oil Sector: Blockade in the Strait of Hormuz Threatens Food and Fertilizer Imports

The blockade in the Strait of Hormuz is significantly disrupting global fertilizer and food imports, impacting agricultural producers and vulnerable regions.

Mar 19 • 22:22 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Iran's War Hits Beer Prices

The war involving Iran threatens to raise beer prices due to increased transportation costs linked to the potential blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

Mar 19 • 17:28 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Analysis from West Point warns that strait of Hormuz blockade will strangle US defense industry

An analysis from West Point's Modern War Institute highlights the severe impact of a blockade in the strait of Hormuz on the US defense industry's manufacturing capabilities and supply chains.

Mar 19 • 11:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The Industrial Artery Is Being Blocked... A Three-Week Blockade of Hormuz Would Result in a 5.4% Surge in Production Costs

The ongoing Middle East crisis is escalating into a comprehensive economic war, which poses significant risks to the South Korean industrial sector as production costs are projected to rise sharply due to a potential blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

Mar 19 • 10:45 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

Iran May Start Charging Fees for Passage Through the Strait of Hormuz

Iran is considering implementing transit fees for countries using the Strait of Hormuz for maritime transport following a blockade in retaliation for U.S. and Israeli attacks.

Mar 19 • 10:31 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Middle East conflict: Strait of Hormuz blockage drives up Gulf food bills

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has caused a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, leading to increased food prices in the Gulf region, particularly in Bahrain.

Mar 19 • 04:39 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Gitanas NausÄ—da: The consequences of shutting the Hormuz Strait were not fully calculated

Lithuanian President Gitanas NausÄ—da warns that the blockade of ships associated with the U.S. and its allies in the Hormuz Strait could have serious long-term implications for the global economy.

Mar 18 • 20:21 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Strait of Hormuz: Who passes and who remains stuck in the most dangerous passage in the world

Iran's de facto blockade of the Strait of Hormuz raises fears of severe disruption to the global oil supply.

Mar 18 • 15:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

Trump Threatens to Let Allies Handle Strait of Hormuz Blockade Alone

U.S. President Donald Trump has suggested that the United States might allow its allies to ensure free passage through the Strait of Hormuz independently.

Mar 18 • 14:43 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Hormuz, the blockade could sink us

Alvise Biffi emphasizes the urgency of stabilizing the Strait of Hormuz to prevent unsustainable energy costs for Italian industries by September.

Mar 18 • 04:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Why does Europe refuse to help Trump in the war with Iran?

European countries have declined U.S. President Donald Trump's request for assistance in addressing Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, citing legal, military, and economic reasons.

Mar 17 • 23:14 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

Blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. The USA is unable to protect commercial ships

The article discusses the challenges faced by the US Navy in ensuring the safety of commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting a call for international support.

Mar 17 • 19:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Potato Chips 'Wasabi Beef' Shipping Halted Due to Difficulties in Heavy Oil Procurement Amid Middle Eastern Situation

The production and shipping of 'Wasabi Beef' potato chips by Yamayoshi Seika has been halted due to the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, affecting heavy oil supplies necessary for manufacturing.

Mar 17 • 10:55 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Diplomacy of Exceptions: Why Does Iran Allow Three Countries to Transit Hormuz and Punish Others?

Iran has allowed ships from only three countries, India, Iraq, and Turkey, to transit through the Strait of Hormuz amidst U.S. efforts to break its blockade on the vital shipping route.

Mar 17 • 10:36 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

War in the Middle East: Giorgos Prokopiou, this 'Greek Tycoon' who defies the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz

Giorgos Prokopiou, a prominent Greek shipping magnate, is noted for his bold efforts to navigate through the Strait of Hormuz despite Iranian Revolutionary Guard restrictions.

Mar 17 • 10:05 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
World

LSM explains: The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz affects not only oil prices – the biggest challenges are yet to come

The ongoing blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has led to rising oil prices, impacting global supply chains beyond just petroleum.

Mar 17 • 09:19 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Nissan to Reduce Production by 1,200 Units at Kyushu Plant Due to Supply Chain Disruption from Strait of Hormuz Blockade

Nissan's Kyushu plant will cut production by 1,200 vehicles due to disruptions in logistics caused by the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

Mar 17 • 06:45 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz strangles the passage of food and medicines to address humanitarian crises

The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is severely disrupting the supply of food and medications necessary for addressing humanitarian crises in the Middle East and sub-Saharan Africa.

Mar 17 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

The kilometers-long Saudi response to bypass the Hormuz blockade and open the oil tap

Saudi Arabia is rerouting part of its oil production to the Red Sea in an effort to alleviate the impacts of the blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, although this route is already congested due to recent conflicts.

Mar 17 • 04:25 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
World

Trump calls on France and the UK to help unlock the Strait of Hormuz

US President Donald Trump has urged France and the UK to assist in ensuring safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, currently threatened by an Iranian blockade.

Mar 16 • 18:09 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Prices: How the War in the Middle East is Raising Everyday Costs

The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is quickly impacting daily life in Germany, with rising fuel prices and potential increases in food costs due to soaring fertilizer prices.

Mar 16 • 14:32 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

A Pakistani oil tanker crossed the Strait of Hormuz amid blockade: pointing to a "safe passage" negotiated with Iran

A Pakistani oil tanker successfully traversed the Strait of Hormuz while maintaining its tracking system, suggesting it may have benefited from a negotiated safe passage with Iran.

Mar 16 • 13:19 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Medicine shortages warning after Iran blockades Strait of Hormuz

Pharmacists in the UK are warning of potential medicine shortages due to Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route for pharmaceutical ingredients.

Mar 16 • 12:18 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

The Trump administration has a plan to forcefully open the Strait of Hormuz

The Trump administration is reportedly planning to form a coalition of countries to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, where oil supply is currently restricted due to a blockade.

Mar 16 • 09:09 UTC

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