#Strait of Hormuz
18 articles tagged “Strait of Hormuz”.
- World
Iran Launches Strikes on Bahrain After US Military Attacks
Iran struck US-linked targets in Bahrain after the US attacked Iranian military sites. The escalation threatens a fragile ceasefire agreement.
- World
US Launches Fresh Attacks on Iran Following Drone Strike
The US military conducted new strikes on Iran after a drone attack on a commercial ship in the Strait of Hormuz, threatening a fragile ceasefire.
- Economy
Oil Prices Return to Pre-War Levels on Rising Middle East Supply
Brent crude and WTI fell to February lows as traffic through the Strait of Hormuz resumed following a US-Iran agreement, easing supply fears.
- World
US-Iran Talks End with Progress Toward Final Deal
US and Iran negotiators agreed to a roadmap for a final pact within 60 days, addressing the Strait of Hormuz, Lebanon ceasefire, and sanctions.
- Economy
Global Economy Shadowed by Conflict Despite Iran Deal
An interim US-Iran deal aims to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and stabilize oil markets, yet conflict persists, inflation rises, and economic uncertainty endures.
- World
Vance Heads to Peace Talks as Iran Closes Hormuz
US VP Vance travels to Switzerland for Iran talks after Tehran shut the Strait of Hormuz, citing Israeli strikes in Lebanon amid ceasefire violations.
- Politics
US-Iran Peace Talks Aim to Lift Sanctions and Rebuild Economy
US and Iranian officials meet in Switzerland to negotiate lifting sanctions and a $300 billion reconstruction fund amid tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
- World
Destruction Reported in Israeli-Occupied Southern Lebanon
A BBC report details widespread destruction in southern Lebanon as Israeli forces maintain presence and attacks continue despite ceasefire agreements.
- Economy
RBA Holds Cash Rate at 4.35% as Economy Slows, Warns of Possible Further Hikes
The Reserve Bank of Australia kept its official cash rate at 4.35% on June 16, 2026, pausing after three consecutive hikes. Governor Michele Bullock warned that further tightening remains possible as inflation stays above target, despite a slowing economy and rising unemployment.
- World
Trump Says US-Iran Peace Deal to Be Signed Sunday, Iran Cautious on Timing
President Trump announced a US-Iran peace deal signing on Sunday, but Iranian officials expressed doubt. The deal would reopen the Strait of Hormuz and includes nuclear provisions. Pakistan mediates.
- World
Iran, U.S. Trade Attacks as Hormuz Tensions Rise
NBC and Al Jazeera report new Iran-linked attacks and U.S.-Iran exchanges near the Strait of Hormuz, with limited confirmed details.
- World
US says it shot down Iranian drones near Hormuz
US Central Command said American forces intercepted two Iranian drones threatening shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
- World
US Intercepts Iranian Missiles Aimed at Gulf Allies
US Central Command said it intercepted Iranian missiles fired toward Kuwait and Bahrain after drone attacks near the Strait of Hormuz.
- World
Trump Reviews Iran Deal as US Announces New Sanctions
Trump has not signed off on a proposed Iran deal as U.S. sanctions continue and oil markets react to hopes for reopening Hormuz.
- World
Trump Weighs Final Decision on Proposed Iran Deal
Trump met top aides to consider a proposed Iran deal, but officials gave no clear outcome as Tehran denied nuclear talks.
- World
US-Iran Framework Could Extend Fragile Ceasefire
US and Iranian negotiators have agreed a framework to extend a ceasefire for 60 days, but final approval remains pending.
- World
US-Iran Tensions Rise Amid Strikes and Nuclear Talks
US-Iran tensions increased as strikes, Strait of Hormuz measures and nuclear talks drew fresh comments from Trump and Tehran.
- World
U.S. Conducts New Strikes on Southern Iran
U.S. forces struck targets in southern Iran after drones threatened the Strait of Hormuz, according to U.S. officials cited by news outlets.