#Hormuz Strait

The Trump administration is considering lifting sanctions on the "shadow fleet" to lower fuel prices before the elections, but escalation in the Strait of Hormuz and a diesel shortage limit the impact of these measures. The average price of diesel in the US has reached $6.31 per gallon.

Global oil prices jumped to 104.3 dollars per barrel due to escalating attacks in the Strait of Hormuz and production cuts in the US caused by a hurricane.

The intensity of Iranian tanker attacks in the Strait of Hormuz has peaked since the conflict with the U.S. began, with up to 12 attacks and injured sailors reported in a week.

Sergey Lavrov called for the stabilization of the Strait of Hormuz after Donald Trump rejected Iran's terms for lifting the blockade and sanctions.

Iran has announced plans to reverse-engineer the US Anduril Dive-LD autonomous underwater vehicle captured in the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran offered a seven-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz via Qatar in exchange for sanctions relief, but reports indicate President Trump rejected it.

The US is strengthening its military presence and reconnaissance activity near Iran and the Strait of Hormuz amid a sharp increase in oil traffic.

Brent crude futures rose to $107.51 per barrel, and WTI to $102.32, amid Houthi strikes on southern Saudi Arabia and an incident in which a vessel was hit by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz.

Russia's ambassador to India declared readiness to supply Delhi with as much oil as it needs, against the backdrop of the preparation in the US of a sanctions bill limiting Russian oil exports.

Despite Trump's claims of full clearance of the Strait of Hormuz, experts estimate that 80–150 mines remain in the waters. Iran and Oman are negotiating a temporary corridor, while oil prices are falling.

Brent topped $94 — a high since July 24. Global oil stockpiles have fallen 6% since February, and the US SPR has dropped below 300 million barrels — a low since 1983. Experts warn: if the Hormuz blockade persists, reserves could be exhausted by 2027.

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that Washington will impose the harshest sanctions in history against Iran, combined with a blockade. Details are promised for August 24.

🛑 **Strait of Hormuz closed, but oil is flowing!** Persian Gulf countries (UAE, Iraq, Qatar, Kuwait) are secretly transporting oil through the US-Iran conflict zone. Tankers disable GPS and transship in Oman. Oil prices are hitting records and could reach $150 per barrel. 🔥🛢️ #Oil #Crisis #Hormuz

🚨 Escalation in the Strait of Hormuz: UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs accuses Iran of attacking two ADNOS tankers. Emirate authorities have labeled Tehran's actions as an "act of piracy" and a tool of blackmail. This is the second incident in a week amidst IRGC threats. 🛢️⚓️ #UAE #Iran #StraitOfHormuz #Oil

🚨 Trump's "Steel Wall": The US announces total control of the Strait of Hormuz! President Trump declared the collapse of Iran's economy and the defeat of its navy. But is it really that simple? 🤔 🔹 The blockade works: Iran's oil exports have dropped to zero. 🔹 Inflation in Iran: +300%. 🔹 But Iran does not surrender: mine warfare and proxy attacks continue. 📉 Oil prices are rising, the world is on the brink of an energy crisis. #Iran #Trump #StraitOfHormuz #Oil #Geopolitics

🚨 Trump warns Iran: "They will be destroyed" in case of escalation! 🇺🇸🇮🇷 🔹 US fully controls the Strait of Hormuz — claims the President. 🔹 "I am the last one to trust Iran" — Trump on Tehran's repeated deceptions. 🔹 Threat of military response in case of new provocations. 🔹 Economic pressure intensifies — new sanctions on the way? #Trump #Iran #StraitOfHormuz #MiddleEast #Geopolitics #XABinfo

🇺🇸 Vance announced progress in negotiations with Iran: The Strait of Hormuz must be made safe. The US is using diplomacy, economics, and military pressure. But experts are skeptical: real agreements have not yet been signed. #Iran #USA #StraitOfHormuz #Diplomacy

🚨 Iran and Oman are close to an agreement on control over the Strait of Hormuz — Tehran may gain the right to levy fees on ships. The US is categorically opposed, but negotiations are ongoing. Oil prices have already reacted with a rise. 🛢️⚓