#Ormuz Strait

Oil hits record highs: How the conflict in the Strait of Hormuz has driven up energy prices

Economy 07/20/2026, 08:23

Oil is hitting record highs again: Brent reached $90, and WTI hit $84. The cause is the breakdown of the ceasefire between the US and Iran and the threat of closing the Strait of Hormuz. 🛢️⚡️ The US and Iran are exchanging strikes, while the number of ships in the strait has halved. 📉

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Ninth night in a row: US resumes massive strikes on Iran in the Strait of Hormuz

Politics 07/20/2026, 03:42

🇺🇸 US launches ninth consecutive strike on Iran! 🇮🇷 Conflict in the Strait of Hormuz escalates following attacks on merchant ships. Casualties confirmed — at least three US soldiers killed. Ceasefire officially broken. ⚔️🌊

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Bandar Abbas Cut Off from Iran: US Destroys Key Bridges and Tunnels

Politics 07/19/2026, 00:28

The strategic port of Bandar Abbas has been completely cut off from Iran following US air strikes. Bridges, tunnels, and railway tracks have been destroyed, paralyzing logistics and threatening food supplies. Tehran promises retaliatory measures. 🚧🇮🇷🇺🇸

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The Seventh Night of Fire: US and Iran on the Brink of Full-Scale War in the Strait of Hormuz

Politics 07/18/2026, 15:14

🔥 Seventh night in a row: US bombs Iran, Tehran strikes US allies. Tankers explode in the Strait of Hormuz, and trade freezes. Experts sound the alarm: the region is sliding towards full-scale war. 🌍💥

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White House Considers Seizing Iranian Islands: Escalation Scenarios and Strategic Goals

Politics 07/16/2026, 17:19

The US is considering seizing Iranian islands to strike at oil exports and nuclear facilities. Diplomacy has failed, and the White House is preparing escalation scenarios in the Strait of Hormuz. Tehran warns of a harsh response to border violations. 🚢⚔️🛑

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First strike on tanker: US disables vessel off the coast of Iran

Politics 07/16/2026, 16:59

The US has launched its first strike on a commercial tanker off the coast of Iran since the start of the blockade. The vessel attempted to break the cordon and was disabled by Hellfire missiles. Trump stated that strikes will continue and operations may be expanded 🚢🇺🇸🇮🇷

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Two waves of strikes: The US launches a massive retaliatory strike on Iranian military targets

Politics 07/16/2026, 05:49

The US conducted a large-scale operation against Iran, consisting of two waves of strikes on military targets and air defense systems. 🇺🇸🇮🇷 The goal was to limit the threat to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. A tanker attempting to break the blockade was also destroyed. 🚢💥

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Trump considers seizing Iranian islands and striking nuclear facilities: conflict escalation

Politics 07/16/2026, 03:55

Trump is considering seizing Harg Island and striking Iranian nuclear facilities due to Tehran's refusal to capitulate. 🇺🇸🇮🇷 Diplomacy has failed, and the US is preparing for a new phase of the conflict, which threatens to raise oil prices. 🛢️📉

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War Without Ceasefire: Trump and Iran at an Impasse Over the Strait of Hormuz

Politics 07/15/2026, 16:24

Diplomacy on the brink of collapse: Trump and Iran cannot agree on control over the Strait of Hormuz. The ceasefire has been broken, the US is increasing its military presence, and Tehran is threatening shipping. 🚢🚀

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Oil surges: Trump imposes blockade on Iranian ports, Tehran strikes US infrastructure

Economy 07/15/2026, 10:19

Brent oil rose to $85.72 amid conflict escalation: Trump imposed a naval blockade on Iranian ports, while Iran attacked US infrastructure. Analysts warn: if fighting intensifies, prices could surge to $100 per barrel. 🛢️📉🇺🇸🇮🇷

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Trump cancels Hormuz Strait toll: new deals instead of 20% commission

Politics 07/14/2026, 19:53

Donald Trump has canceled the plan to introduce a 20% toll in the Strait of Hormuz 🚫💰. Instead of collecting money, the US is concluding trade deals with Arab countries, but is imposing a full blockade on vessels linked to Iran 🚢🇮🇷.

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Trump officially notifies Congress of resumption of war with Iran

Politics 07/14/2026, 15:47

Donald Trump has officially notified Congress of the resumption of war with Iran. 🇺🇸🇮🇷 This grants the administration 60 days to conduct military operations without legislative approval. In response to Tehran's actions in the Strait of Hormuz, the US has struck 300 targets. ⚔️📉

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Ukrainians injured in Iran's missile strike on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz: MFA statement

Politics 07/14/2026, 15:38

Iranian missiles struck tankers in the Strait of Hormuz: one person killed, two Ukrainians injured. Ukraine's MFA called for an immediate cessation of hostilities and the opening of the strait. 🚢🚨

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Iranian Missiles and Affected Ukrainians: Kiev Condemns Strikes on Tankers in the Strait of Hormuz

Politics 07/14/2026, 12:22

Iran attacked UAE tankers in the Strait of Hormuz: two Ukrainians injured. Kyiv strongly condemned the strikes and called for the resumption of shipping. 🚢🇺🇦🚨

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Iranian Missiles Hit UAE Tankers: Casualties, Fires, and the Threat of a New Maritime Blockade

Incidents 07/14/2026, 06:09

🔥 Iranian missiles hit UAE tankers in the Strait of Hormuz — one dead, two Ukrainians injured. The UAE calls it an "open attack," Iran calls it an "operation against violators." Trump announced a blockade of the strait. 🌍⚠️

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Trump Announces Destruction of Mountain in Iran and Resumption of Naval Blockade

Politics 07/14/2026, 01:51

🚨 Trump announced the destruction of a mountain in Iran and the resumption of the naval blockade. The US has begun the third night of strikes on Tehran, despite the ceasefire agreement. 🌍⚔️

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Trump Notifies Congress of Resumption of Hostilities in Iran: Strikes, Drones, and Closure of the Strait of Hormuz

Politics 07/13/2026, 21:58

Trump officially notified Congress of the resumption of hostilities in Iran. The US launched strikes using maritime drones, while Tehran closed the Strait of Hormuz. The White House is preparing for a protracted conflict. 🇺🇸🇮🇷🚢

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Trump Imposes 20% Tariff on the Strait of Hormuz: US Restores Blockade of Iran

Politics 07/13/2026, 18:16

🚨 Trump imposes a 20% tariff on the Strait of Hormuz and restores the blockade of Iran. The US takes on the role of "Guardian of the Strait" following an incident involving an attack on a container ship. Preparing for a prolonged conflict! 🌊⚖️

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