#Ormuz Strait

News tagged with #Ormuz Strait

Ocean waves against the horizon, symbolizing the Strait of Hormuz in the context of Iran's ultimatum to the US

Iran Blocks Strait of Hormuz: Galibaf Issues Ultimatum to US Amid Trump's Plans

Politics 08/18/2026, 18:18
🚨 <b>CRISIS IN THE PERSIAN GULF</b> 🌊 Iran has officially announced the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz until the US fulfills the conditions of the Islamabad Memorandum. Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf accused Washington of violating the ceasefire. 🇺🇸 President Trump responded by announcing plans to declare the strait US territory. 🇷🇺 Russia continues to supply weapons to Iran via the Caspian Sea. The global economy is under threat. #Iran #Hormuz #Trump #Geopolitics
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Iranian flag waving in front of a building with national emblem, people walking on street — symbol of diplomatic breakthrough between US and Iran

US and Iran Extend Ceasefire for 60 Days: Diplomatic Breakthrough Amidst Military Preparations

Politics 08/17/2026, 14:55
🚨 Breaking: US and Iran Agree to Extend Ceasefire for 60 Days! 🇺🇸🤝🇮🇷 According to Al Arabiya, the parties have reached an agreement to avoid a new escalation. However, official confirmation is pending. ⚠️ Meanwhile, WSJ reports on Iran's covert war preparations: IRGC is strengthening control, and missile stockpiles are growing. 🌊 Iran is attacking ships in the Strait of Hormuz, expanding the conflict zone to the Red Sea. 🗣️ US allies are dissatisfied with Trump's diplomacy, who threatens to declare the strait US territory. #Iran #USA #MiddleEast #Ceasefire #Geopolitics
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Oil rig silhouetted against illuminated storage tanks at dusk — symbol of market instability due to Strait of Hormuz attacks

Oil at a Crossroads: Attacks in the Strait of Hormuz and Diplomatic Deadlock Hold Prices in Check

Economy 08/17/2026, 06:35
🛢️ Oil prices frozen in anticipation: Brent at $88.72, WTI at $82.32. 📉 Markets under pressure from news in the Strait of Hormuz: ship traffic dropped to zero, UAE accused Iran of attacks on ADNOC tankers. 🚢 Bloomberg reports on secret shipments curbing price spikes, but US and Iranian diplomacy is at a deadlock. #oil #economy #straitofhormuz #iran #usa
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Donald Trump, American flag, military aircraft and aircraft carrier over a world map highlighting Iran, symbolizing the massive US military presence in the region

Massive Deterrence: US Deploys Over 400 Military Aircraft Around Iran

Politics 08/16/2026, 23:52
🚨 US deploys over 400 military aircraft around Iran! 🌍🛫 This is an unprecedented show of force covering territory from Europe to the Indian Ocean. Iran and Oman have agreed on maritime routes in the Strait of Hormuz. ⚠️ Contradictory data on operation objectives: deterrence or political signal? #USMilitary #Iran #StraitOfHormuz #GlobalSecurity
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Shadow fleet ship ABBA in the Strait of Hormuz under surveillance by an Iranian patrol boat

Shadow Fleets and "Fantastic Illusions": How the Middle East is Bypassing the Strait of Hormuz Blockade

Politics 08/16/2026, 22:23
🛢️ **Shadow Fleets Save the Market: Middle East Secretly Transfers 4 Million Barrels of Oil Daily** Despite the war with Iran and the threat of attacks, Persian Gulf exporters are using a transshipment scheme in the Gulf of Oman. Brent prices are holding at $80-90, contrary to forecasts of a spike to $150. 🇺🇸 **Trump vs Iran:** The US President announced his intention to recognize the Strait of Hormuz as US territory. Tehran called this "fantastic illusions" and threatened a blockade. 🚫 **Dark Tankers:** Ships are sailing with transponders turned off. Adnoc (UAE) confirmed supplies but warned of risks to crews. #Oil #StraitOfHormuz #Geopolitics #Iran #Trump
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UN's 'Slow Death': Trump Annexes Strait of Hormuz, While Grossi Prepares a Coup at Headquarters

UN's 'Slow Death': Trump Annexes Strait of Hormuz, While Grossi Prepares a Coup at Headquarters

Politics 08/15/2026, 13:57
🚨 The UN has acknowledged its powerlessness against Trump's plan to annex the Strait of Hormuz. While Trump builds a "steel wall" and prepares Americans for rising gas prices, IAEA head Grossi has criticized the organization for its "slow death" amidst the election race for the Secretary-General post. 📉 Shipping in the strait has fallen to a historic low. #UN #Trump #Hormuz #Grossi #Geopolitics
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Flag of Iran against a brick wall — symbol of sovereignty in response to Trump’s threats over the Strait of Hormuz

«Neither by tweet nor by aircraft carrier»: Iran responds sharply to Trump's plan to annex the Strait of Hormuz

Politics 08/15/2026, 13:28
🚨 Escalation in the Strait of Hormuz: Iran responds to Trump's threat of annexing the strait. The Deputy Head of the Iranian MFA called the statements about capturing the strait «nonsense». Trump at a rally in New York promised to declare the strait US territory after the «defeat» of Iran. The situation has reached a boiling point: oil prices are hitting records, and global shipping is paralyzed. #Iran #Trump #Hormuz #Oil #War
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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi at press conference rejecting US negotiations and warning of new conflict phase

Iran Rejects Negotiation Status with US: Aragchi on 'New Phase' of Conflict and the Fate of the Strait of Hormuz

Politics 08/15/2026, 11:32
🚨 Iran has officially stated that it is not negotiating with the US, despite rumors of extending the ceasefire. Foreign Minister Araqchi called the current exchange of messages through intermediaries not negotiations, but merely contacts. 🔹 The Islamabad Memorandum was violated by the US; the war has entered a "new phase." 🔹 Technical consultations are underway with Oman regarding new routes in the Strait of Hormuz. 🔹 Opening the strait depends on the US meeting certain conditions. 🔹 Donald Trump stated plans to declare the strait US territory but did not explain how to do so. #Iran #USA #StraitOfHormuz #Geopolitics #Aragchi
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