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US-Iran war latest: Tehran calls US peace talk claims ‘fake news’ as Trump sets new deadline to end war

Donald Trump says the US and Iran have held talks about a ‘total resolution of hostilities’

The Independent UK

Oil prices volatile after Trump's Strait of Hormuz threat

It suggests traders don't see a near-term end to the war or risks to oil transit in a key strait that's throttling supplies.

Axios

As Trump eyes climactic battle for Hormuz, he could give Iran a 'taste of their own medicine' with a naval blockade that implodes the economy

"That might open up the Strait of Hormuz a lot faster than anything else."

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Iran to completely close Strait of Hormuz if Trump executes threats

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The Independent UK

After Trump’s 48-hour ultimatum, Iran says ships can pass Hormuz Strait — except ‘enemy’ vessels

Iran on Sunday said the Strait of Hormuz remains open to all shipping except that of its “enemies” - a reference to the United States and Israel—amid a 48-hour "ultimatum" from US President Donald Trump to "fully open" the crucial waterway, which carries about 20% of the global crude oil…

The Times of India

Strait of Hormuz on edge as Saudi Arabia opens King Fahd Air Base to US forces amid Iran tensions

Saudi Arabia has granted the US access to King Fahd Air Base amid escalating tensions with Iran. This strategic move aims to bolster regional security and safeguard vital shipping lanes, particularly the Strait of Hormuz, which faces critical threats. Western allies are framing this as a defensive measure to deter…

The Times of India

Trump tells Iran it has 48 hours to open Hormuz or US will ‘obliterate’ its power plants

US president threatens to take out Iranian energy facilities – ‘starting with the biggest one first’ – if Tehran does not reopen the strait

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Over 20 nations issue joint statement condemning Iran's de facto closure of Hormuz Strait

Over 20 nations have pledged support for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz, condemning Iran's actions that have effectively closed the vital waterway. Citing attacks on commercial vessels and energy infrastructure, these countries emphasized freedom of navigation as a core international law principle.

The Times of India

US strikes Iran bases threatening blocked Hormuz oil route

The US military declared on Saturday it had damaged an Iranian bunker housing weapons threatening oil and gas shipments in the Strait of Hormuz, as thousands of Iranians marked Eid al-Fitr with prayer.

Radio France Internationale

How Donald Trump and team 'miscalculated' Iran response and now feel the pressure: Explained in 10 points

Operation Epic Fury, a swift US-Israeli strike targeting Iran's leadership, has unexpectedly morphed into a 22-day attritional war. Despite initial successes, Iran's resilience and regional escalation have caught Washington off guard, turning a planned quick victory into a protracted quagmire with no clear endgame and significant global economic implications.

The Times of India

4 pivotal questions that could define the Iran war's next phase

A major question surrounding the war right now is what happens to the Strait of Hormuz.

Axios

UK lets US use British bases to strike Iranian sites targeting Strait of Hormuz

Up until this point, the Government has allowed the US to use British bases only to hit missile sites targeting British interests in the region.

Evening Standard

Are Fertilizers a Compelling Opportunity?

The 2026 crop year in the Northern Hemisphere gets underway in March and April, with farmers relying on fertilizer supplies. The war in Iran threatens oil, gas, and fertilizer shipments, which have been pushing agricultural commodity prices higher.

Barchart

Trump ‘considers risky ground offensive to free Strait of Hormuz’ after branding Nato ‘cowards’

Oil and gas prices have spiked due to Iran’s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz - and the US president has attacked Nato for not helping end it

The Independent UK

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The Independent UK

Shipping firm ‘paid Iran $2 million’ to let boats through Strait of Hormuz

Some countries are understood to be in direct negotiations with Iran to secure safe transit of their tankers

Barchart

The Strait of Hormuz Is Just a Distraction. The Real Story Is Bonds. What the Yield Curve Is Saying.

Bonds have not been this exciting in so long.

Radio France Internationale

France's Macron urges ceasefire as Hormuz shipping risks grow

French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday called for de-escalation of the three-week conflict in the Middle East, as France and five other countries said they were ready to help ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.

Axios

Seven U.S. allies back potential Strait of Hormuz coalition

The U.K. led the charge, but the statement is only symbolic for now.

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MarketBeat

Not Just Oil: 3 Fertilizer Stocks Boosted by Hormuz Closure

Fertilizer prices are starting to rise due to the Strait of Hormuz crisis, which benefits North American producers that can manufacture inputs domestically.

The Independent UK

British military officers called in to help reopen Strait of Hormuz

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The Mary Sue

China’s icy silence on Trump’s Strait of Hormuz plea exposes a terrifying truth about his global standing

China has remained completely silent on President Donald Trump’s recent request for help reopening the Strait of Hormuz, which has been largely closed due to the ongoing conflict with Iran. This lack of response comes as the president has been actively seeking international military support to secure the vital waterway.

The Independent UK

Vance warns Americans of ‘rough road ahead’ as gas prices soar but promises it’s a ‘temporary blip’

Vance’s remarks come as cost of gas in the U.S. continues to rise due to Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz

The Independent UK

The mine-ridden Strait of Hormuz won’t be easy to clear – here’s why

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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

Trump attacks Nato over Strait of Hormuz as he issues new threat

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