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“Washington was openly weighing a fresh round of strikes, US forces were reportedly ready to move within 96 hours of an order, and a naval blockade was choking Iran’s southern ports.”
“Gulf countries have stepped up diplomacy with Iran in a bid to de-escalate tensions across the Middle East, amid fears of renewed US strikes on Tehran and intensifying hostilities between Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen and Saudi Arabia.”
“A senior Pakistani official cited by the Reuters news agency said the talks focused on building a regional non-aggression network, in addition to US-Iran talks, Houthi rebels' attacks on Saudi Arabia, the Strait of Hormuz and the US naval blockade.”
“Persian Gulf leaders fear a renewed U.S.-Iran war as diplomacy sputters - - At a Persian Gulf security summit in Bahrain, diplomats warned that a renewed U.S.-Iran war could be more destructive. - Washington and Tehran have both signaled interest in a…”
“Iran’s Khamenei gives government powers to hold talks on war AI generated TEHRAN – Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian said his government has been granted more authority by the country’s supreme leader to pursue peace talks, signalling a potential diplomatic…”
“Earlier in the day, Iran said it had a two-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and resume nuclear talks with Washington, shortening the timeline from an earlier proposal that was expected to take seven days.”
“…athering to focus on economic issues, including global energy supplies and the related question of freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, where Iran has menaced shipping since the United States and Israel launched a war against the country in…”
“Other items topping the agenda include the US-Israeli war against Iran, which has caused disruption to oil supplies through the Strait of Hormuz waterway and driven a spike in fuel prices.”
“Other items topping the agenda include the US-Israeli war against Iran, which has caused disruption to oil supplies through the Strait of Hormuz waterway and driven a spike in fuel prices.”
“Iran has threatened to use 'new weapons' against the US if Donald Trump decides to launch further strikes against it following his humiliating defeat at home.”
“Andy Burnham said the world has an “opportunity” to focus on ending the Iran war and easing the cost of living following the US midterm elections in which Donald Trump’s Republican Party suffered a series of crushing defeats.”
“Andy Burnham said the world has an “opportunity” to focus on ending the Iran war and easing the cost of living following the US midterm elections in which Donald Trump’s Republican Party suffered a series of crushing defeats.”
“President Donald Trump launched strikes on Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz on the eve of the US mid-term elections, resuming a conflict with Iran that has languished in a stalemate for months.”
“US strikes Iran’s Qeshm Island ahead of midterms as Trump says deal ‘could happen’ US officials say covert strikes were aimed at deterring Tehran’s attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, according to report Iran’s Qeshm Island was struck on…”
“The United States has conducted defensive strikes on Iranian targets in the Strait of Hormuz, a US official has said on the eve of crucial midterm elections.”
“In that scenario, "even occasional tensions in the Strait of Hormuz won't pull America into war," according to the US-based analyst. 5.”
“In that scenario, "even occasional tensions in the Strait of Hormuz won't pull America into war," according to the US-based analyst. 5.”
“In that scenario, "even occasional tensions in the Strait of Hormuz won't pull America into war," according to the US-based analyst. 5.”
“Araghchi last month proposed reopening the Strait of Hormuz within a week if the US agreed to lift its blockade of Iranian ports, release frozen Iranian assets and waive sanctions on Iranian oil sales, among other conditions.”
“Efforts to open dialogue with Iran 'a positive step' In an interview with Al Jazeera, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that a US effort to open dialogue with Iran is "a positive step", and that talks with Qatari mediators have resulted in reducing…”
“Iran retaliated with attacks on Israel and US assets, and has since blocked ships from using the Strait of Hormuz, which normally carries about a fifth of global oil consumption.”
“Iran security chief says US letter signals ‘positive’ shift US Vice-President JD Vance has sent a letter to Iran’s security chief in a reported effort to revive talks and avert further strikes.”
“The US vice president reportedly wrote to the head of Iran’s top security body to restart truce talks, Gulf states are driving a deal to fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and Iran’s foreign minister said Tehran would “give diplomacy a chance.””
“Sources familiar with the matter told the Wall Street Journal that the US vice president wrote to Mohsen Rezaei, the secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, in an effort to revive the talks.”
“… Middle East amid concerns he will launch a fresh attack on Iran after the US midterms conclude next week America has deployed a third carrier group, led by the USS Theodore Roosevelt (pictured) Things escalated on Friday when the President appeared to…”
“US President Donald Trump has hinted that his forces in the Mideast would resume strikes on Iran after the US midterm elections on Nov 3.”
“Oman rescues 25 from burning ship, Iran halts tankers AI generated MUSCAT, Oman – Oman said on Oct 30 it had rescued 25 sailors from a merchant ship set ablaze in an attack, as Iran reported three oil tankers were halted while crossing the Strait of Hormuz.”
“Iran has, however, recently stepped up its attacks on ships that it sees as using the waterway without proper authorization.”
“Brent slipped below the $95-per-barrel mark, while WTI fell below $90, as markets continued to react to the political fallout of the US midterm elections and the possibility of an end to the war with Iran.”
“Trump tied the decision to criticism from left wing politicians, while US forces struck Iranian targets in the Strait of Hormuz.”
“We have just seen a ‘defensive’ raid on Iran’s Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz.”
“It already carried out strikes on Iran's Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz, according to US officials, who described the attacks as limited and defensive.”
“Iran’s armed forces could deploy new weapons and tactics against the US, Israel and other countries, which would be the third major conflict between the countries since June last year.”
“Officials from the Gulf states are “braced for the worst” as they wait for Washington’s response to an Iranian proposal that could reopen the strait of Hormuz before the US midterm elections on Tuesday.”
“Eight months into the US-Iran war, one lesson is clear: There is no amount of operational resilience that can shield energy infrastructure from an unresolved political conflict.”
“Hormuz shipping still faces major risks The Strait of Hormuz remains dangerous and costly for shipping, despite US claims that it is open.”
“The US sees such an arrangement as potentially helping not only to end the Ukraine war but also to ease longstanding tensions between Moscow and America's European allies.”
“In the most intense phase of the war, which began on Feb 28 with US-Israeli strikes on Iran, Tehran retaliated with missile and drone attacks across the region.”
“That September, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani launched the Hormuz Peace Endeavour (HOPE) at the UN General Assembly, envisaging a non-aggression pact among Hormuz states.”
“Iran, however, has demanded certain conditions be met before it will talk again about its nuclear programme – including an end to the US naval blockade of its ports in and around the Strait of Hormuz, the lifting of sanctions and a guarantee there will be no…”
“US officials believe some European leaders are risking continental security by ramping up their public warnings against Moscow, according to sources.”
“The climbing prices reflect anxiety about the possibility of renewed hostilities in the US war on Iran, dwindling oil stocks, and the increased costs of transporting supplies out of the region, according to market analysts.”
“… Secretary John Phelan Three weeks after George was let go, Hegseth ousted the head of the Navy, replacing him with then-undersecretary Hung Cao on an acting basis, shortly after Iran’s move to shut off the Strait of Hormuz caused a spike in global oil…”
“Villa Vie Residences, the Florida-based operator of the MV Odyssey, said monthly fuel expenses per cabin that used to average around $1,800 (£1352) , have skyrocketed to $6,000-$8,000 (£4,000-£6,000) in parts of Asia due to the ongoing war in Iran.”
“They are aware that the retaliation will be fierce, yet they continue to attack Saudi Arabia to fulfil Iran’s agenda that seeks heightened tensions before the United States midterms.”
“It was the single most deadly attack on any Gulf country since the US and Israel launched their war on Iran in February.”
“Both Trump and Iran insist the American election calendar has no effect on their decisions on how to end the seven-month-old conflict. - Attack on Saudi airport killed 12 and wounded more than 300: authorities - Trump says Ukraine should get a new president…”
“Roughly one-fifth of the world's oil passed through the Strait of Hormuz before the war that began with US-Israeli strikes on Iran in late February.”
“Iran seized control of the Strait of Hormuz after the US-Israeli war on the country began in late February.”
“Iranian TV airs video said to show tanker explosion in Hormuz Iranian state TV aired footage claiming to show an oil tanker exploding after striking a naval mine in the Strait of Hormuz.”
“…at the outset of the JMC session, Dar said the two had “worked out” certain areas of bilateral interest and discussed global issues in detail, including the US-Iran war, the situation in the Strait of Hormuz, Bab al-Mandab and Gaza in their restricted…”
“…et of the 8th session of the JMC, Dar said the two had “worked out” certain areas of bilateral interest and discussed global issues in detail, including the US-Iran war, the situation in the Strait of Hormuz, Bab al-Mandab and Gaza in their restricted…”
“…int Ministerial Commission (JMC), Dar said the two had “worked out” certain areas of bilateral interest and discussed global issues in detail, including the US-Iran war, the situation in the Strait of Hormuz, Bab el-Mandeb and Gaza in their restricted…”
“… Russian invasion – also rebuked Mr Trump on X, writing: 'It is sickening that the US is now lifting sanctions on Russian fuel, and transparently ridiculous to blame Ukraine for the spike in prices that obviously began with the closure of the Strait of…”
“… move likely to create a fresh crisis with Washington’s Nato allies, Trump announced the deal with Putin on his Truth Social network, saying it was essential to reduce fuel prices in the US, which have soared as a result of his decision to go to war with…”
“- Published Prices for gasoline and diesel have more than doubled since the US-Israel conflict with Iran began in February, affecting transport businesses, farmers and anyone who drives a vehicle in America.”
“Netanyahu claimed Sunday that Israel had "intelligence signs that our enemies, Iran and its proxies, could challenge us with attacks in order to disrupt the elections."”
“… State Department had initially acknowledged departures if diplomats only from Saudi Arabia, but an American official told Bloomberg News Friday that staffing changes are taking place more broadly as Iran intensifies attacks on ships near the Strait of…”
“The incident followed Iranian claims that seven oil tankers had caught fire or sustained damage in and around the Strait of Hormuz earlier this week, while on Wednesday, Iran also announced what it describes as a shift towards an “offensive” military…”
“Washington is also seeking to use the threat of renewed military action as leverage in negotiations over Iran's nuclear programme and control of the Strait of Hormuz, the report said.”
“Iran on Saturday vowed not to allow US military ships into the Persian Gulf “under any circumstances”, as tensions with Washington escalated amid threats of further military action by the United States.”
“Iran says US military not allowed to enter Gulf ‘under any circumstances’ TEHRAN – Iran said on Oct 24 that US military ships would never be allowed to enter the Gulf “under any circumstances” and President Donald Trump will “take that dream to his grave”.”
“Hegseth’s visit comes as tensions flare between the US and Iran over the Strait of Hormuz, and Yemen’s Houthis intensify their attacks on Saudi Arabia.”
“Hegseth’s visit comes amid rising tensions in the Middle East war as tensions flare between the US and Iran over the Strait of Hormuz and as Yemen’s Iran-allied Houthis intensify their attacks on Saudi Arabia.”
“Tehran says acceptance of its 7-point proposal can be starting point for renewed talks with US The visit came a day after Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov held talks with Iranian leaders on the conflict and efforts to restore regional stability.”
“Under the agreement, the US was to lift its naval blockade within 30 days, the Strait of Hormuz was to reopen, and about $24bn in estimated frozen Iranian assets was to be released in phases over 60 days of further talks, including negotiations on Iran’s…”
“Sheikh Saoud, also minister of state for defence affairs, told the Global Security Forum in Doha that Qatar was using lessons from the Iran war to better protect itself and develop new defence plans with its neighbours.”
“His remarks come amid continued instability in the Strait of Hormuz – a vital waterway for global oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) shipments – following the US-Israeli attacks on Iran on February 28, and Tehran’s retaliatory strikes across the region.”
“Since the Strait of Hormuz was closed by Iran in March amid US strikes, Saudi Arabia has increasingly relied on sending oil exports to the Red Sea via its East-West pipeline instead.”
“…ey outlet for Saudi oil exports, allowing the kingdom to ship crude to international markets via the Red Sea without passing through the Strait of Hormuz, where heightened regional tensions and security threats have raised concerns over the safety of…”
“Meanwhile, Mr Zelensky, attending a summit in Brussels on Friday, signalled that he agreed with the suggestion he was being made a scapegoat by Mr Trump for soaring fuel prices driven by the Iran war, which was launched by the US and Israel in February.”
“Meanwhile, Mr Zelensky, attending a summit in Brussels on Friday, signalled that he agreed with the suggestion he was being made a scapegoat by Mr Trump for soaring fuel prices driven by the Iran war, which was launched by the US and Israel in February.”
“It marks the second vessel to sink since the US-Iran war began on February 28, according to data from UN shipping agency, the International Maritime Organisation.”
“Merchant vessels have come under repeated attack in the Strait of Hormuz - which connects the Gulf to the Gulf of Oman and Arabian Sea - and elsewhere in the Middle East since the US and Israel's war with Iran began in February.”
“Zelensky later said that multiple Ukrainian power stations had been hit and that “Ukrainian skies have been infested with Russian ‘shaheds’ all day,” referring to a type of drone originally designed by Iran that is now used extensively by Russia.”
“Trump, whose war against Iran has led to global oil shortages, has blamed Ukraine’s strikes on Russian refineries for sending diesel prices soaring, creating major risks for his party in US elections next month.”
“Donald Trump is weighing whether to resume strikes on Iran before next month's midterm elections The White House has asked the Pentagon to draw up options for fresh strikes on Iran that could be launched before next month's midterms US cruise missiles are…”
“Oil prices have risen sharply amid fears about escalating tensions in the Middle East and a squeeze on production from the threat of a hurricane off the US coast.”
“(Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao admitted last month that Iran “blew the hell out of Bahrain.”) The loss of Manama led to supply shortages and poor morale aboard the USS Lincoln and other ships patrolling the Strait of Hormuz, bedeviling Secretary of Defense…”
“US tells ships to avoid unnecessary transits through Hormuz AI generated The US military said vessels that have no need to move between ports in the Gulf of Oman and the Strait of Hormuz should stay away, as tensions ratchet up in the region.”
“…e themselves to have, matters an awful lot when it comes to American policy in the Middle East; tensions with Iran are still high, and though it's receded from view to some degree, shipping is still snarled in the Strait of Hormuz, with no resolution in…”
“The escalation has also opened another front in the US-Israeli war on Iran.”
“…ns, Riyadh airport as fighting intensifies Oct 26 - Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis said on Monday they had attacked Saudi Arabia's East-West crude oil pumping stations and Riyadh airport, as rising hostilities choke oil supplies and threaten to erupt into a…”
“Trump also claimed that the US now controls the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route that has remained central to the confrontation with Iran.”
“The remarks come amid mounting US and Israeli threats of renewed attacks on Iran, as President Donald Trump said on Friday that Washington “may do another little Epic Fury,” referring to the US-Israeli war on Iran that began on February 28.”
“…issues of regional and international importance, namely the US-Israel-Iran conflict, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the need for a negotiated two-state solution, the appalling Houthi militia attacks against the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Government…”
“The comments come as attacks have increased in the Strait of Hormuz as tensions rise over concerns about a return to all-out war.”
“According to Iranian state television, the Revolutionary Guard navy this week again threatened to strike U.S. military bases in the region if the United States keeps helping guide commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for the…”
“This, coupled with the US-Israeli war on Iran that began in February, has resulted in the choking of key energy supply routes — the Straits of Hormuz and Bab al-Mandab — and energy price hikes globally.”
“The momentum behind these regional security initiatives has grown since this year’s US - Israel war with Iran exposed the risks of relying heavily on external protection.”
“Energy exports from the Gulf have plunged since US-Israeli strikes on Iran from February caused Tehran to respond by choking off the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway for oil and gas transit.”
“Iran says seven oil tankers have sustained damage in the Strait of Hormuz in a single day, marking the highest daily toll since the US-Israel war with Tehran began.”
“Billionaire investor Peter Thiel does not think the US should have started the war with Iran – a notable break from one of President Trump’s most loyal supporters less than two weeks ahead of the midterm elections.”
“According to the New York Times report, which quoted US officials, targets would likely include Iran’s energy infrastructure, nuclear facilities, and arsenals of missiles and drones, with the objective of pushing Iran into a deal to end the war and reopen the…”
“The thinking within the administration is that if the US could push Iran to the brink economically, new military strikes now could push it to negotiate an end to the war and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, one of the US officials said.”
“Qatar and France have called for freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and the implementation of the so-called ceasefire in Gaza, after the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, met French President Emmanuel Macron in Doha.”
“He declares his Gulf tour objectives achieved after securing a crucial gas deal with Qatar as he seeks to lower tensions over living costs in France.”
“Oman, a key United Kingdom military ally which borders the vital Hormuz waterway, has acted as a mediator in talks between the United States and Iran since the US-Israel war against Iran started in late February.”
“He addresses the serious impact of increased US sanctions on the Iranian economy, tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, and a series of broken agreements that, he argues, have destroyed Tehran’s trust in Washington.”
“Iran’s IRGC spokesman Brigadier-General Hossein Mohebbi threatens to target undersea communication cables in the Strait of Hormuz if US attacks disrupt Iran’s regional security.”
“…scusses evolving regional situation in call with Araghchi • Iranian FM says Tehran rejects intimidation but remains open to dialogue • Insists seven-day Hormuz reopening proposal remains on table • Pakistani, Egyptian FMs condemn Houthi attacks, discuss R-4…”
“You've no doubt noticed that since the war with Iran broke out, gas prices have spiked: up more than 50% since January.”
“British steelmakers have been pushed further behind European rivals on electricity costs after the US-Israeli war on Iran caused a surge in global gas prices.”
“…Dover Port after collecting them from the middle of the English Channel on October 6 One figure who the president has consistently sparred with is Emmanuel Macron, who Trump earlier this year singled out for a lack of assistance in the US-Israel war with…”
“US Central Command (CENTCOM) chief Brad Cooper claimed in a video message late Friday that despite the Iranian attacks, 400 ships and 100 million barrels of oil moved through the Strait of Hormuz over the past week.”
“They believed they had a plan that’s very similar to Venezuela, where they’re going to go in, use massive force, and decapitate the Iranian regime.”
“Strait of Hormuz tensions Cooper attributed the recent increase in Iranian attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz to what he described as desperation within the IRGC.”
“Diesel fuel in the US remained steadily under $4 a gallon from August 2025 until just after the Trump administration and Israel launched a joint Feb. 28 attack on Iran, prompting the Islamic Republic to shutter the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping…”
“Live updates, Iran war live: Trump claims US Navy blockade stops Iranian ships in Hormuz The UK Foreign Office says it advises against “all but essential travel” to Saudi Arabia, after attacks by Yemen’s Houthis on the country.”
“Meanwhile, Mr Zelensky, attending a summit in Brussels on Friday, signalled that he agreed with the suggestion he was being made a scapegoat by Mr Trump for soaring fuel prices driven by the Iran war, which was launched by the US and Israel in February.”
“That remark appeared to be a dig at US President Donald Trump, who last weekend blindsided the Ukrainian president by announcing that Kyiv and Moscow had agreed not to target each other’s energy facilities.”
“Wang called for a diplomatic settlement between the US and Iran and said that "key shipping lanes like the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea should stay unimpeded," because "the complex evolution of the Middle East situation is having a profound impact on the…”
“…ven project to modernize New Brunswick forestry getting $50M boost from Ottawa - Oil markets ‘far’ from normal even as some Strait of Hormuz issues ease: TD Samsung Electronics slid 9.5 per cent and South Korean memory chipmaker SK Hynix plunged 11.1 per…”
“The G20 finance ministers and central bank governors are gathering in Bangkok, Thailand, on Thursday amid an uncertain global outlook shaped by the US-Israel war on Iran.”
“WTI rose to a three-week high in the prior session after the Houthis attacked Saudi Aramco's headquarters and Iran said it was deploying new tactics to target ships in the Strait of Hormuz and keep oil prices high.”
“The US president has demanded that Ukraine stop striking Russian oil refineries, which he has blamed for the high cost of diesel, although most analysts say that the closure of the strait of Hormuz after the US-Israel attack on Iran has had a far larger…”
“In the US, the cost of diesel hit a record $6.52 per gallon last month and prices have remained stubbornly high, leading to tensions between the US and its European allies.”
“With trade through the Strait of Hormuz already obstructed by the war with Iran, disruption at both ends of the Arabian Peninsula threatens international commerce and energy markets.”
“The kingdom was already facing headwinds from Tehran’s chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz, vital for oil and gas trade, since the start of the Middle East war in February, when the US and Israel attacked Iran.”
“Active hostilities have largely ended since the June memorandum of understanding between Iran and the US, but attacks on ships passing through the global oil chokepoint – the Strait of Hormuz – have continued.”
“Now, what we've seen is since about end of February of this year, the price of diesel went up globally, most notably because of the US war in Iran.”
“The economy of the Middle East and Central Asia is set to shrink in 2026 amid the fallout of the US-Israel war on Iran, with countries such as Kuwait and Qatar facing double-digit contractions, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).”
“The talks also come against the backdrop of the wider US-Israel war on Iran, with Tehran potentially seeking to avoid being dragged into another confrontation.”
“A recent surge in attacks on oil tankers in and around the Strait of Hormuz, alongside renewed conflict between the Iran-backed Houthis and Saudi Arabia in the Red Sea, is stoking concerns in the industry about crucial shipping lanes.”
“…pporter of Ukraine - posted on social media last night: 'It is sickening that the USA is now lifting sanctions on Russian fuel, and transparently ridiculous to blame Ukraine for the spike in prices that obviously began with the closure of the Strait of…”
“US military says it disabled cargo vessel trying to run Iran blockade Oct 10 - The US military said on Saturday it had disabled a commercial cargo vessel in the Gulf of Oman after the ship's crew ignored warnings and attempted to run a naval blockade against…”
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“The Strait of Hormuz, through which roughly a fifth of the world's oil and gas shipments normally pass, has been effectively closed since the outbreak of the war, following Iranian missile and drone strikes on commercial vessels and a US Navy blockade of…”
“Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tehran is reviewing the US response to its seven-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and that Iran will respond within the “next few days”.”
“Both Rogers and El-Sayed agreed the US-Israeli war against Iran should end, but they had opposite views on Washington’s relationship with Israel and its role in the conflict.”
“The USS Abraham Lincoln steamed into its homeport at Naval Air Station North Island in Coronado on Thursday, ending a record-setting deployment in the Middle East amid the war against Iran.”
“Since the fighting with Iran began at the end of February, the Strait of Hormuz has been effectively shut, and American drivers have been paying for it ever since.”
“The Trump administration has rejected Tehran’s proposal for a seven-day deal focused first on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, in which the US would lift sanctions and unfreeze Iranian funds while nuclear talks were postponed.”
“Fighting has been focused in recent days on areas around the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a shipping route that has become more crucial for energy exports since the conflict between the US and Iran restricted trade through the Strait of Hormuz.”
“It comes as security in the Strait of Hormuz continues to deteriorate amid the United States and Israel’s war on Iran.”
“The war, which began with joint US-Israeli strikes on Iran in late February, has severely disrupted shipping through the strait -- a crucial route for Gulf exports -- after both Iran and the US imposed their own naval blockades.”
“Before the US-Israel war on Iran began on February 28, the Strait of Hormuz typically handled about 125 large commercial vessels a day and shipments through it accounted for about 20 percent of global crude and liquefied natural gas supplies.”