Why the 24 Mile Wide Strait of Hormuz is So Important in the War with Iran
The Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil transit route, faces potential disruptions amid fears of Iranian military actions that could threaten global oil supplies.
Iranian Revolutionary Guard bans passage through Strait of Hormuz
The Iranian Revolutionary Guard has issued a ban on vessels navigating the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil transit route, following threats of disruption in response to U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran.
Reuters: Ships Receive High-Frequency Broadcasts from the Revolutionary Guard Indicating Transit through the Strait of Hormuz is Not Allowed
Iran's Revolutionary Guard has issued high-frequency radio signals indicating that crossing the Strait of Hormuz is prohibited.
Dispute over the Druzhba Pipeline / Fico and Orbán want an investigation group, Zelensky invited the Slovak Prime Minister to Ukraine
Slovakia and Hungary are proposing the establishment of an inspection group to investigate damage to the Druzhba oil pipeline in Ukraine, following discussions between Prime Minister Robert Fico and Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán.
Ukraine war latest: Claiming Ukraine threat, Orban deploys troops to 'protect energy infrastructure'
Hungary's Prime Minister Orban announces the deployment of troops to protect energy infrastructure, citing threats from Ukraine, after tensions rise due to halted Russian oil transit.
Ukraine sends its position on Druzhba pipeline to EU: Ultimatums are unacceptable
Ukraine insists that ultimatums regarding the Druzhba pipeline are unacceptable, holding Russia responsible for the disruption of oil transit to Europe.
Slovakia: Russian oil supply through the pipeline will be resumed on Thursday
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico announced the suspension of emergency electricity supplies to Ukraine until the resumption of Russian oil transit via the Druzhba pipeline, which supplies oil to Slovakia and Hungary.
Ukraine proposes 'doable solutions' in Druzhba oil dispute as tensions with Hungary escalate
Ukraine is proposing practical solutions to address an oil transit dispute with Hungary, with tensions rising between the involved countries.
"Greetings from Putin's Friends." The Ukrainian Ambassador Comments on Orbán and Fica's Position
Hungary has refused to approve a 90 billion euro EU loan for Ukraine, linking a decision change to the resumption of Russian oil transit through Ukraine.
The Slovak Prime Minister announces the suspension of emergency electricity supplies to Ukraine
The Slovak Prime Minister has announced the suspension of emergency electricity supplies to Ukraine due to the interruption of Russian oil transit via the Druzhba pipeline.
Hungary blocks sanctions package against Russia
Hungary is blocking a European Union sanctions package against Russia until Ukraine resumes oil transit through the Druzhba pipeline to Hungary and Slovakia.
Slovakia has halted electricity supplies to Ukraine until it restores oil transit
Slovakia has stopped its electricity supply to Ukraine until the latter restores oil transit routes.
Hungary, Slovakia spat with Ukraine deepens as Budapest threatens to block new EU sanctions
Hungary threatens to block a new EU sanctions package against Russia unless Ukraine resumes oil transit through the Druzhba pipeline, deepening tensions among the countries.
Hungary will block new EU sanctions against Russia due to the dispute over the pipeline in Ukraine
Hungary has announced it will block new EU sanctions against Russia in response to halted oil supplies through the Druzhba pipeline linked to Ukraine's refusal to resume transit for Hungary and Slovakia.
Viktor Orban: Hungary will block new EU sanctions against Russia if Ukraine does not reopen the oil pipeline
Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban announced intentions to block new EU sanctions on Russia unless Ukraine resumes oil transit through the Druzhba pipeline.
From Hungary – another barrage of threats to Ukraine
Hungarian leaders threaten to block EU sanctions over oil transit issues with Ukraine.
Hungary will block anti-Russian sanctions if Ukraine does not restore oil transit.
Hungary may impede the implementation of anti-Russian sanctions due to Ukraine's failure to resume oil transit.
Hungary to block EU's 20th sanctions package over Druzhba pipeline
Hungary's Foreign Minister announced plans to block the EU's latest sanctions package against Russia until Ukraine resumes oil transit through the Druzhba pipeline.
Ukraine: Hungary and Slovakia threaten to cut electricity imports into the country
Hungary and Slovakia threaten to cut off electricity imports to Ukraine unless it resumes oil transit from Russia, amid escalating tensions between the nations.
Ukrainian Anger at 'Ultimatums and Blackmail' from Hungary and Slovakia
Ukraine's Foreign Ministry condemned Hungary and Slovakia for 'ultimatums and blackmail' related to energy supply amid tensions over Russian oil transit.
Orbán threatens to halt electricity supplies to Ukraine, nearly half of Ukraine's imports
Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has threatened to stop electricity supplies to Ukraine unless oil transit through the Druzhba pipeline is resumed.
Orbán and Fico Begin to Threaten Ukraine with Electricity Supply Disruption
The Prime Ministers of Slovakia and Hungary have threatened to halt electricity supplies to Ukraine after the suspension of Russian oil transit through the Druzhba pipeline.
Slovakia threatens to stop electricity supplies to Ukraine from 23 February
Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico has announced that electricity exports to Ukraine will cease if Ukraine does not resume Russian oil transit to Slovakia by February 23.
Fico threatened Ukraine with stopping electricity supplies if it does not resume oil transit
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico warned Ukraine that electricity supplies could be halted if oil transit through its territory is not resumed.
War in Ukraine: Hungary threatens to block huge Ukraine loan
Hungary threatens to block a significant EU loan to Ukraine, linking its release to the resumption of oil transit through the Druzhba pipeline.
Hungary blocks EU's 90 billion euro loan to Ukraine, demanding Russian oil ahead of war anniversary
Hungary is blocking a 90 billion euro EU loan to Ukraine until Russian oil transit resumes via the Druzhba pipeline, heightening tensions ahead of the war anniversary.
Hungary will block a €90 billion loan to Ukraine due to the halt in oil production
Hungary plans to block a €90 billion loan from the EU to Ukraine, citing the suspension of oil transit through the Druzhba pipeline as the reason.
Croatia rejected the transport of Russian oil to Hungary and Slovakia
Croatia has refused to allow the transit of Russian oil to Hungary and Slovakia due to various reasons, including compliance with EU regulations.
Orban threatens to 'pull the plug' on electricity supply to Ukraine
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has threatened to suspend electricity deliveries to Ukraine if Kyiv continues to hinder the transit of oil from Russia to Hungary.
Is an energy war brewing between Ukraine and EU states? (VIDEO)
Hungary and Slovakia threaten to cut energy supplies to Ukraine in retaliation for Ukraine blocking the transit of Russian oil, raising tensions amid an ongoing energy conflict.
EU not demanding urgent repair of Druzhba pipeline from Ukraine, spokesperson says
The European Union has clarified that it is not putting pressure on Ukraine regarding the repair of the Druzhba oil pipeline for Russian oil transit.
Hungary, Slovakia halt diesel exports to Ukraine over suspended Russian oil transit
Hungary and Slovakia have stopped diesel exports to Ukraine following the suspension of Russian oil transit via the Druzhba pipeline, escalating tensions between Ukraine and these EU nations.
EU urges Ukraine to ‘repair’ Russian oil pipeline
The EU is pressing Ukraine for a timeline on repairing the Druzhba oil pipeline after oil transit has been stalled since January due to alleged damage by Russia.
Hungary and Slovakia have halted oil exports to Ukraine until the damaged pipeline resumes Russian oil flow
Hungary and Slovakia announced a halt to oil exports to Ukraine following the suspension of Russian oil transit through the Druzhba pipeline due to a Russian attack.
Russian oil transit via Ukraine fell to new low in 2025
In 2025, Russian oil transit through Ukraine dropped to a record low of 9.73 million tonnes, marking a 14% decrease from the previous year and the lowest level observed since Ukraine's independence.
Iran denies military exercises after warning from the USA
After being warned by the United States, Iran denied any plans for live-fire military exercises in the strategic Strait of Hormuz, which is crucial for global oil and gas transit.