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Dire straits: The handful of marine choke points holding Europe's economy hostage

From the Persian Gulf to the English Channel, a small number of narrow waterways carry the vast bulk of what Europeans eat, buy, and heat their homes with. When one of them is threatened the consequences ripple everywhere.

Euronews

Trump can’t get his spelling ‘Straight’ in post bashing US allies over Hormuz refusal

President lately has been fixated on whether it is ‘Straits’ or ‘Strait’ of Hormuz but either way, his Truth post botched the execution

The Independent UK

Why Iran’s ‘drifting’ mines in the Strait of Hormuz will be so difficult to clear – despite Trump’s claim ‘we don’t need help’

Experts tell The Independent that mine clearance is a ‘slow and grinding business’

The Independent UK

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UN maritime body starts talks on Middle East shipping with Hormuz strait effectively closed

At least 21 ships have been hit, targeted or reported attacks since the start of the conflict, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations, a naval monitor.

Euronews

France rules out Hormuz military role as Macron defies Trump

French President Emmanuel Macron has ruled out any immediate French military involvement in securing the Strait of Hormuz, insisting that Paris will not take part in operations while active bombardments continue in the Middle East.

Radio France Internationale

Lindsey Graham Says Trump Is Furious At Europe Over Strait Of Hormuz Snub — Oil Supply At Risk

Lindsey Graham reveals Trump's anger at Europe over the Strait of Hormuz snub, raising fears of oil supply disruption, rising prices, and a widening rift between Western allies.

International Business Times UK

Trump says US does not need Nato after being rebuffed over strait of Hormuz

Amid escalation of Middle East crisis, US president describes rejection of call for help as a ‘foolish mistake’

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'Corrupt Coward' Donald Trump Warns Keir Starmer of NATO Fallout as UK Refuses to Join Iran Conflict

US President Donald Trump erupts at reporters over Iran war troop deployments and fundraising backlash, then warns Keir Starmer that UK's hands-off approach risks NATO's future. As casualties rise and the Strait of Hormuz hangs in balance, transatlantic tensions simmer amid calls for dialogue over dominance.

International Business Times UK

Macron says France could join Hormuz ship escorts once situation 'calmer'

The French president rejected US President Trump's calls for immediate action to reopen the key oil route, but said an international escort mission could be considered once fighting subsides.

Euronews

How countries are cutting deals with Iran to move oil through the Strait of Hormuz – and undermine Trump

IN DEPTH: The sea channel has become perilous for oil tankers since Iran claimed control of it during the war. But experts tell Bryony Gooch that Tehran may be willing to grant safe passage to countries willing to engage in diplomacy

The Independent UK

Donald Trump Claims He Predicted 9/11 During Iran War Briefing, Warns Allies to Protect 'Their Own Territory'

Donald Trump claims he foresaw the 9/11 attacks and urges allies to help secure the Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions with Iran.

International Business Times UK

Iran says it will retaliate after key figure killed – as it happened

Iranian army chief Amir Hatami threatened to launch a ‘decisive and regrettable’ retaliation for the killing

The Guardian - AU

Trump news at a glance: president threatens allies for not wading into strait of Hormuz as Iran conflict continues

US president wants countries to help police the strait after Iran effectively closed the vital fossil fuel shipping channel – key US politics stories from Monday 16 March at a glance

The Guardian - US

Trump could snub China over Strait of Hormuz, but Xi Jinping has the ultimate checkmate

Tensions are high — and oil is at the center.

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International Business Times

Trump Says Key Ally Not Fully on Board With Strait of Hormuz Coalition Plan

President Donald Trump said France and President Emmanuel Macron were closer than most U.S. partners to backing his push for an international coalition to protect shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.

The Guardian - UK

Sri Lanka brings in four-day week to eke out stocks of oil and gas hit by Iran war

Effective closure of strait of Hormuz also affecting Bangladesh, India and Pakistan, which have brought in crisis measures

International Business Times

Trump Announces Plan For Coalition of Countries to Escort Ships Through Strait of Hormuz

A report indicates that the Trump administration is pressing ahead with plans to assemble a coalition of countries to help escort commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz.

The Guardian - UK

IEA to consider release of more oil reserves as Iran war keeps prices high

Head of world’s energy watchdog says it will take time for markets to recover from ongoing crisis in strait of Hormuz

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'Blackmail is also not what I wish for': America’s allies are ghosting Trump on Strait of Hormuz

The price of oil sank Monday after Bessent said the U.S. “allowed” tankers to cross, despite the lack of assistance.

The Guardian - UK

Iran’s Hormuz blockade is its most powerful card against Trump and Israel. It won’t back down easily

By imposing massive costs on the global economy, the Iranian government hopes to cause the US to back down, says Jack Watling of the Royal United Services Institute

The Conversation

From the strait of Hormuz to Malacca, global trade relies almost entirely on these five narrow waterways

The conflict in Iran has disrupted energy and commodity markets. Iran has effectively closed the narrow strait of Hormuz, a vital oil transit point, attacking more than a dozen ships over the past two weeks that have tried to sail through the waterway.

The Guardian - UK

European countries reject Trump’s call for help to reopen strait of Hormuz

Leaders seek a diplomatic solution despite US president’s threat of ‘a very bad future’ for Nato unless it provides warships

The Guardian - UK

First Thing: Trump steps up pressure on European allies to help protect strait of Hormuz

US president says it is ‘only appropriate’ for Europe to help, and warns failure to do so would be ‘very bad’ for Nato. Plus, meet the Americans withholding their federal income tax

The Guardian - UK

Africa particularly vulnerable as Iran conflict disrupts supply chains, say experts

Food production in many African countries depends heavily on fertiliser imported from the Gulf through the strait of Hormuz

The Independent UK

Rescued Thai sailors return home after Strait of Hormuz attack

Three crew members of bulk carrier Mayuree Naree are still missing

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