#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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