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DARK SECRETS: Hormuz | Vintage Vibes

Donald Trump threatens to annihilate Iran after crossfire over Hormuz – Middle East crisis live

Iran attacked Bahrain and Kuwait after US strikes, and threatened a ‘complete halt’ to talks

The Guardian - UK

US and Iran trade strikes as both sides accuse the other of endangering ceasefire

Flare-up in tensions comes as Washington and Tehran have been negotiating a memorandum of understanding to end an unpopular war

The Guardian - US

Bahrain condemns Iranian tit-for-tat drone attack as ‘flagrant threat’

No immediate reports of damage after Bahrain hit by ‘number of drones’ as ship in strait of Hormuz also targeted

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JD Vance claims US holds all the cards in Iran and will win ‘either way’

Vice-president appeared on Bill Maher’s show hours before more military strikes were exchanged in strait of Hormuz

The Guardian - US

US strikes Iran following attack on cargo ship in Strait of Hormuz

US forces struck Iranian missile and drone sites following an attack on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz, jeopardising a recent interim peace deal. Meanwhile, Israel and Lebanon signed a ceasefire agreement, though its enforcement is uncertain as Hezbollah refuses to disarm.

The Economic Times

US says it struck Iran targets after attack on cargo ship in the strait of Hormuz

Strikes against military facilities were in response to drone attack a day earlier on a cargo vessel

The Guardian - UK

Traffic through Strait of Hormuz slows after attack on ship

Strait of Hormuz traffic saw a dip Friday after a Taiwanese ship was attacked, prompting a pause in evacuation efforts. Despite this, several tankers entered the Gulf to load oil, and two supertankers sought Iranian crude. Crude prices are heading for steep weekly losses amid easing supply concerns, with Saudi…

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Taiwan ship operator says vessel hit in Hormuz 'unharmed'

A Taiwanese shipping operator's vessel, the Ever Lovely, sustained minor damage after being struck by an unidentified object in the Strait of Hormuz. The 21 crew members and cargo remain unharmed. Singapore's Maritime and Port Authority condemned the "unprovoked" incident, which occurred as the ship was leaving the strait. The…

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Ray Dalio says the U.S. just had its 'Suez moment'—and history says what comes next could end an empire

A national debt, fading empire and military victory that wasn't: Has America met its Suez Crisis with the Hormuz affair?

Fortune

Hormuz oil shock echoes 1973 embargo lessons

The recent Strait of Hormuz closure, though brief, signals a potential turning point for global energy. Echoing the 1973 oil embargo, this crisis highlights the vulnerability of interconnected markets. Nations are now prioritising energy security over cost, accelerating investments in domestic renewables, nuclear and even coal, alongside efficiency measures.

The Economic Times

Iran-US war live: Trump warns Iran ‘will no longer exist’ as Tehran issues Strait of Hormuz threat

Iran strikes US bases in Bahrain and Kuwait in retaliation against US attack on Sirik

The Independent UK

US wants Iran deal but 'not at any price', Rubio says

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Thursday Washington would not accept any Iran deal allowing Tehran to impose fees on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, warning it would cause "total chaos". His remarks came after an attack on a vessel forced the United Nations to suspend mariner…

France 24

Crude Oil Prices Sharply Higher on Concerns of Reopening of Strait of Hormuz

August WTI crude oil (CLQ26 ) on Thursday closed up +1.58 (+2.25%), and August RBOB gasoline (RBQ26 ) closed up +0.1109 (+3.97%). Crude oil and gasoline prices erased early losses on Thursday and rallied sharply as short covering emerged on a report that an unknown projectile off the coast of...

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Iran fired on cargo ship in Strait of Hormuz, say US officials

Iran fired on a cargo ship transiting the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday, according to two US officials cited by Reuters. The vessel had earlier reported being struck by a projectile near Oman's coast. The incident raises fresh concerns over maritime security and shipping traffic through the strategically vital waterway.

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Vessel hit by 'unknown projectile' in Hormuz Strait: Maritime agency

The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) security agency reported that the incident occurred 7.5 nautical miles (14 kilometres) southeast of Dahit, in Oman's Musandam exclave.

The Guardian - UK

Iran rejects UN-backed plan to free ships trapped in strait of Hormuz

Blocking of proposal backed by Oman signals new threat to free passage through strait vital to world economy

The Economic Times

Strait of Hormuz traffic sees sharp uptick but not back to normal

Strait of Hormuz traffic has increased sharply, but remains at roughly half its peacetime level, officials said on Thursday as stranded sailors made their way out of the waterway. Tehran warned on Thursday against any crossings of the Strait of Hormuz without its authorisation, saying vessels not complying "will be…

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Crude shipments through Hormuz at highest since war amid concerns over Iran exit demands

Crude shipments through the Strait of Hormuz have surged following a ceasefire deal, reaching their highest levels since the conflict began. While demand, particularly in Asia, is driving this increase, overall traffic remains a fraction of pre-war levels. Concerns persist about the waterway's long-term stability, even as a UN evacuation…

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Reopening of Strait of Hormuz to lower tail risk, but supply normalisation to be costly: S&P

S&P Global Ratings suggests reopening the Strait of Hormuz eases immediate risks for Asia Pacific, but expects uneven and costly supply normalisation. While a US-Iran MoU is constructive, unresolved issues persist. Delays in pre-conflict flows could keep energy and input costs elevated, impacting sectors like petrochemicals and agriculture, with South…

The Guardian - UK

Oil price falls to pre-Iran war levels as more tankers exit strait of Hormuz

Stock markets on both sides of Atlantic up as concerns ease over prospect of another inflationary shock

International Business Times UK

Trump Draws Red Line: No Final Iran Agreement If Tehran Charges Shipping Fees

President Trump firmly opposes Iran's proposal to charge shipping fees in the Strait of Hormuz, emphasising free passage as a critical condition in ongoing negotiations

The Economic Times

30 India-bound ships cross Strait of Hormuz since Iran war began, 26 more await transit

Thirty ships bound for India have successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial route disrupted by recent geopolitical tensions. An additional 26 vessels are awaiting passage. Among those that transited, a significant portion carried vital energy supplies like LPG and LNG, alongside bulk cargo and crude oil. This development…

The Guardian - UK

Israel says IDF is staying in southern Lebanon, undermining Iran peace talks

Defence minister says troops not withdrawing though Tehran sees end to war in Lebanon as part of deal with US

The Economic Times

Rubio reassures UAE, Kuwait as scepticism over Iran deal persists

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio assured Gulf allies of their security during a visit to the UAE and Kuwait, addressing skepticism over a proposed deal to end the U.S.-Iran war. The accord includes a $300 billion fund and sanctions waivers for Tehran. Rubio emphasized the U.S. commitment to regional…

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Trump gets trapped between 'rockets and feathers', squirms for exit

US President Donald Trump has ordered a Justice Department investigation into major oil companies, accusing them of keeping gasoline prices artificially high despite a recent fall in crude oil prices. The move reflects frustration that fuel prices have not dropped as quickly as he had promised after tensions with Iran…

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