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National & Local

Keir Starmer hits back as US eases Russian sanctions amid oil price spike

Keir Starmer criticizes the US decision to ease sanctions on Russian oil amidst rising oil prices due to geopolitical tensions.

Mar 13 โ€ข 15:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
World

Strait of Hormuz transiting ships flash โ€˜China ownerโ€™ signals to evade Iran blockade

Ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz are reportedly using signals indicating Chinese ownership to avoid Iranian blockades.

Mar 13 โ€ข 12:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
World

Economic and Destructive: How Tehran Mines the Strait of Hormuz

Iran is reinforcing its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz by starting to position mines in the waterway crucial for global oil and gas shipments.

Mar 13 โ€ข 08:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
World

Understand how Iran uses naval mines to block the Strait of Hormuz and pressure the USA

Iran employs naval mines as part of its strategy to blockade the Strait of Hormuz, significantly impacting global oil exports and US interests.

Mar 13 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Iran's Mojitabah leader declares 'continued blockade of Hormuz', Chief Cabinet Secretary expresses 'deep concern'

Iran's leader Mojitabah Khamenei has declared the continuation of the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, prompting deep concern from Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary.

Mar 13 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
World

Mojtaba Khamenei, new supreme leader of Iran, speaks of revenge and blockade in the Strait of Hormuz

Mojtaba Khamenei, the newly appointed supreme leader of Iran, has issued a defiant message of revenge and confirmed the continued blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, prompting a response from the US Navy regarding protection for oil ships in the region.

Mar 12 โ€ข 23:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
World

Iran warns that oil will be at $200

Iran has issued a warning that oil prices could reach $200 due to a significant blockade in the Persian Gulf affecting the shipping of oil and gas.

Mar 12 โ€ข 16:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
World

What is behind the blocking of the Strait of Hormuz and what does Iran seek?

The article discusses the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting its significance in the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and the strategies employed by Iran and the U.S.

Mar 12 โ€ข 15:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
World

Iran's new supreme leader promises to continue the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz

Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has vowed to maintain the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing tensions with the US and Israel.

Mar 12 โ€ข 14:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Iran's New Leader Mojtaba Delivers First Speech... 'Closure of Hormuz, Attacks on US Military Bases'

Iran's new leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei called for continued blockade of the Hormuz Strait and attacks on U.S. military bases in his first public address after being appointed as the Supreme Leader.

Mar 12 โ€ข 14:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
World

Strait of Hormuz: How the G7 countries want to protect ships from Iran

The G7 countries have announced plans to protect maritime shipping in the Strait of Hormuz amidst rising threats and energy supply concerns due to Iran's blockade.

Mar 12 โ€ข 13:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Wprost
World

Is the Blockade of the Strait of Hormuz a Myth? "Tankers Sail with Transponders Turned Off"

The article discusses how the narrative of a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz by Iranian forces is misleading, as shipping continues unaffected by this so-called blockade, with tankers simply turning off their transponders to avoid high insurance costs.

Mar 12 โ€ข 13:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
World

The oil crisis is not over - despite reserve stocks: 'Means quite little'

The article discusses the ongoing oil crisis, emphasizing the limited impact of reserve oil stockpiles in mitigating the disruptions caused by Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

Mar 12 โ€ข 11:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
World

The attempt by 32 countries to bypass the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz with the largest release of oil reserves in history

The International Energy Agency has announced a historic release of 400 million barrels of oil to mitigate supply disruptions due to Iran's threats against oil transport through the Strait of Hormuz.

Mar 12 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
World

TEXT LIVE. Iran's new leader threatens to continue the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz

Iran's new leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has vowed to continue the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions with the US and Israel following the death of his predecessor.

Mar 12 โ€ข 05:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
World

Stena ship remains in the Strait of Hormuz: "Has absolutely escalated"

A Stena Bulk ship remains stuck in the Strait of Hormuz as tensions escalate, with at least four container ships attacked and around 100 vessels currently unable to transit due to Iran's blockade.

Mar 11 โ€ข 17:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Wprost
World

Another country will release oil reserves. Germany has already done so. What about Poland?

Japan plans to release approximately 80 million barrels of oil reserves starting March 16, 2026, in response to the tensions affecting oil supplies from Iran due to the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

Mar 11 โ€ข 16:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
World

How Riyadh and Abu Dhabi Want to Bypass the Blockade of the Hormuz Strait

This article discusses how Saudi Arabia and the UAE are seeking alternatives to shipping routes affected by the Iranian blockade of the Hormuz Strait, where commercial traffic has been heavily restricted.

Mar 11 โ€ข 12:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Military Clash in Hormuz? Iran Seeking to Increase Blockade Effectiveness

Iran's actions to enforce a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, crucial for global oil supply, raise concerns over potential military conflict with the U.S.

Mar 11 โ€ข 11:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
World

The Impact of the โ€˜Hormuz Blockadeโ€™ on Commodity Markets... Prices of Aluminum, Helium, and Ethanol Surge

The blockade of the Hormuz Strait amid the Israel-Iran conflict has led to significant price increases in essential commodities such as aluminum and helium.

Mar 11 โ€ข 08:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
World

Successful Tanker Escort: Erroneous Post Triggers Market Fluctuations, Unclear Lifting of Hormuz Blockade

An erroneous post by U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm about successful escorting of oil tankers in the Hormuz Strait caused a significant fall in oil prices, highlighting the market's dependency on the Strait's blockade resolution.

Mar 11 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

[Archive Broadcast] The Peaceful Strait of Hormuz 11 Years Ago, In Japan

An archival article discusses the implications of the 2015 blockade of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran following US attacks, highlighting its significance for global energy supply and the local fishermen's lives in a nearby village.

Mar 10 โ€ข 20:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Korean ship stranded in Hormuz with 180 crew to receive supplies from neighboring countries

A Korean ship stranded in the Strait of Hormuz is set to receive essential supplies from nearby countries through diplomatic channels due to a blockade by Iran.

Mar 10 โ€ข 08:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
World

The fuel villain in the Strait of Hormuz - this is how the world economy is affected

Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is impacting global oil prices and may lead to an energy crisis.

Mar 9 โ€ข 21:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
World

Iran War: Shipowners and Insurers Skeptical of Trump's Hormuz Plan

Shipowners and insurers express doubts about President Trump's initiative to break Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz through government insurance and military escorts.

Mar 9 โ€ข 13:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
World

French President Macron Consults with Iranian President, Demands Lifting of Hormuz Strait Blockade

French President Macron has held talks with Iranian President Pezeshkian, urging the lifting of the blockade in the crucial Strait of Hormuz.

Mar 8 โ€ข 20:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Kuwait Declares 'Force Majeure' in Response to Hormuz Blockade, Other Oil-Producing Countries Considering Participation

Kuwait has become the first Gulf nation to declare a 'force majeure', initiating oil production cuts due to the impacts of Iran's blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, with other Gulf countries also contemplating similar measures.

Mar 8 โ€ข 08:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
World

If the conflict lasts for another 60 days, gasoline could rise to 3 euros

The ongoing conflict in Iran is causing significant changes in global energy markets, with potential gasoline price increases for Europeans as a result of the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

Mar 7 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Hormuz Strait Blocked and Oil-Producing Countries Cutting Production... International Oil Prices Surpass $90 per Barrel

International oil prices surged over 12% to surpass $90 per barrel due to the blockade of the Hormuz Strait and production cuts by Middle Eastern countries following U.S. and Israeli airstrikes against Iran.

Mar 7 โ€ข 02:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Why the Unprecedented Surge in Oil Prices Before the War?

Domestic fuel prices in South Korea are soaring due to U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran and Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, increasing consumer burden.

Mar 6 โ€ข 21:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
World

Iran's Crisis Shows No Signs of Ending, Gasoline Prices May Rise to Around 170 Yen

Amid ongoing tensions in Iran and a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, world energy prices are surging, with fears for the global economy.

Mar 6 โ€ข 08:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Zelensky: Iran poses a threat to stability and shipping

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky emphasized the threat posed by Iran to global stability and shipping in light of recent rocket and drone attacks and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

Mar 5 โ€ข 00:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
World

First Effects of the Blockade in the Strait of Hormuz: Oil Begins to โ€˜Leakโ€™ in the Middle East

Middle Eastern oil producers are facing a looming crisis as the conflict with Iran blocks the Strait of Hormuz, leading to storage shortages and potential production cuts.

Mar 4 โ€ข 19:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The stupid island: Trump erupts against London over the blockade of a key base to attack Iran

Donald Trump criticizes British Prime Minister Keir Starmer for refusing to allow the use of British bases for potential attacks on Iran, indicating a significant strain in US-UK relations.

Mar 4 โ€ข 15:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Podcast: 'At the Point': Energy Prices: Is Another Price Shock Looming?

The podcast discusses the impact of rising oil and gas prices due to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, specifically following attacks by the US and Israel on Iran, and the subsequent blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

Mar 4 โ€ข 15:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
World

Iran should prioritize regime survival and sacrifice oil revenue with blockade in Hormuz

Iran appears willing to prioritize regime survival over the economic losses from interrupting oil flow, keeping the Strait of Hormuz closed as long as the armed conflict continues.

Mar 4 โ€ข 13:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Iran Targets Energy Facilities of Neighboring Countries, Industry Says Uncertainty in Supply Will Increase Even if Blockade is Lifted

Iran's retaliation against the U.S. and Israel has escalated tensions by attacking energy infrastructure in neighboring countries, creating supply uncertainties for global energy markets.

Mar 4 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Only Korean-bound Oil Tanker Smoothly Passes Before Hormuz Blockadeโ€ฆ Photo Goes Viral

A South Korean-bound oil tanker, the Eagle Valor, successfully passed through the Strait of Hormuz just before a blockade was announced amid escalating tensions between the US-Israel and Iran.

Mar 4 โ€ข 02:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Denรญk N
World

Is the Battle for the Strait of Hormuz Beginning? Iran Threatens Blockade, the US and Israel Sink Its Ships

Tensions escalate in the Strait of Hormuz as Iran threatens to block shipping lanes, while the US and Israel reportedly target Iranian vessels.

Mar 3 โ€ข 16:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Dennรญk N
World

Is the Battle for the Strait of Hormuz Beginning? Iran Threatens Blockade, USA and Israel Destroy Its Ships

Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz are escalating as Iran threatens to block the waterway, claiming control over it, while the US and Israel take military actions against Iranian vessels.

Mar 3 โ€ข 14:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

Shipping giants halt all orders to and from the Middle East

Major shipping companies, including CMA CGM, MSC, and Maersk, have suspended all orders to and from the Middle East due to sรฉcuritรฉ concerns and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

Mar 3 โ€ข 13:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Energy Prices: Is This the Next Natural Gas Crisis?

Rising natural gas prices due to Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz raise concerns of a new gas crisis reminiscent of 2022.

Mar 3 โ€ข 13:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

What Warning Did Iran Give Regarding the Strait of Hormuz?

Iran has announced a blockade of the vital Strait of Hormuz, threatening to take action against any oil tankers or vessels attempting to pass through.

Mar 3 โ€ข 10:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
World

What the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz implies and how it affects Europe, in maps and data

The article discusses the implications of the recent closure of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran amidst escalating tensions with the United States and Israel, highlighting the strategic importance of the area for global oil transit.

Mar 3 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
World

Closure of the main maritime route for oil exports from the Middle East raises alarm in international markets

The closure of the primary maritime route for Middle Eastern oil exports and Iran's threat to explode ships attempting to breach the blockade have triggered alarms in international markets.

Mar 3 โ€ข 01:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
World

Iran War: JP Morgan Sees Oil Rise After 'Blockade' in the Strait of Hormuz

JP Morgan has drastically revised its oil price forecasts following a nearly complete halt of shipping in the Strait of Hormuz on March 1.

Mar 2 โ€ข 11:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Iran's Hormuz Strait Blockade Causes 'Oil Price Emergency'... Uncertain Impact of OPEC+ Production Increase

Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and attacks on civilian ships have sparked a surge in oil prices globally, raising concerns over the stability of supply.

Mar 2 โ€ข 08:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Closure of the 'Energy Artery' Hormuz Strait... Concerns over skyrocketing oil prices and shipping costs

The Korea International Trade Association held an emergency meeting to discuss logistics amid concerns over the Hormuz Strait blockade by Iran, which is crucial for Middle Eastern exports.

Mar 1 โ€ข 06:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
World

Multiple Reports on the 'Blockade of the Strait of Hormuz' and Confirmation by UK Maritime Authority

The UK maritime authority UKMTO reported receiving multiple reports regarding a potential blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, crucial for global energy transport, but has not confirmed these reports.

Mar 1 โ€ข 00:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
World

"Hormuz Effectively Blockaded"... Will 20% of the World's Oil Supply Be Cut Off?

Following U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on Iran, the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial passage for global oil supply, is facing an effective blockade, affecting shipping routes and causing concerns over oil delivery.

Feb 28 โ€ข 19:14 UTC

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