Europe’s Options in the Strait of Hormuz: Few, and Risky

European leaders and other officials have ideas for bringing shipping back to the strait once the Iran war ends. But none of them are sure bets.

By Jim Tankersley

Philippine Central Bank Warns of Mideast War Inflation Risks, Holds Fire on Rate Hike - WSJ

Philippine Central Bank Warns of Mideast War Inflation Risks, Holds Fire on Rate Hike  WSJ

One year since ‘liberation day’

What has been the economic fallout from the Trump administration’s tariff crusade?

Americans are feeling the Iran war’s economic pain with hints of worse ahead

Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz is disrupting economic activity across Asia and Europe. The U.S. may escape the worst effects, but it will not emerge unscathed.

By David J. Lynch

‘India is going to face a food crisis’: Farmers panic over fertiliser shortages amid Iran war

Ripple effects of oil and fertiliser shortage felt by farmers in India and Sri Lanka despite governments saying there is enough stock to go round Gurvinder Singh never thought the war in Iran would touch his quiet corner of Punjab. Yet looking out over his smallholding, where he alternates between wheat and rice crops in the state known as India’s breadbasket, the 52-year-old farmer can barely think of anything else. His anxiety over a conflict playing out thousands of miles away is crippling...

By Hannah Ellis-Petersen and Aakash Hassan in Delhi and Aanya Wipulasena in Colombo

India makes first Iranian oil purchase in seven years with no payment problems

The world's third-biggest oil importer and consumer, India has not ​received a cargo from Tehran since May ​2019.

India news: LPG tanker headed for Mumbai crosses Strait of Hormuz

Green Sanvi becomes the seventh India-bound LPG vessel through the strait amid Iran war disruptions, as New Delhi scrambles to secure fuel supplies. DW has the latest.

Here comes the ‘Mounjaro bride’: Indian women turn to weight-loss drug before wedding

Soon-to-be brides and grooms seeking ⁠short cuts to shed pounds before the big day have become the latest consumer target ⁠for weight-loss drugs in India. New Delhi wellness clinic Klarity Skin Clinic touts a “Mounjaro bride” package, while other clinics have woven weight-loss injections into “pre-wedding” transformation packages typically focused on skin treatments and hairstyle makeovers. In a social media video, Klarity offers “guided nutrition, Mounjaro and smart workouts” to prepare brid...

By Reuters

War in the Middle East: UNSC vote on Strait of Hormuz postponed

Iran warned the UN Security Council against any "provocative action", ahead of a scheduled vote on a draft resolution on the Strait of Hormuz that ended up being postponed.

By FRANCE24

Trump tells allies to ‘get your own oil’ — Hormuz tensions could push gas prices even higher. How to protect your wallet

Delhi govt tightens noose: Businesses to get LPG only if they apply for PNG connection

Delhi's commercial LPG supply now requires users to register for piped natural gas (PNG) where available, or declare intent to switch. Oil marketing companies will verify these applications, sharing data with IGL. Businesses needing both can seek exemptions, ensuring compliance with the government's push for PNG adoption.

By TOI BUSINESS DESK

With Iran war and LPG crisis, it’s time to ask: How does India’s foreign policy impact its people?

Iran offers a simple solution to Hormuz Strait blockade: ‘Be polite and…’

Shipping traffic through Strait of Hormuz has dropped sharply since the outbreak of hostilities in Gulf, with only a trickle of vessels managing to pass.

Iran’s oil exports from Kharg island increase despite war: Media - The Straits Times

Iran’s oil exports from Kharg island increase despite war: Media  The Straits Times

8 Indian Vessels Have Crossed Strait Of Hormuz, Among Highest In The World

Despite the blockade, India has emerged as one of the countries with the highest number of ships passing through this route. At least eight Indian vessels have passed through the Hormuz Strait since the conflict started.

Iran allows essential goods vessels to its ports via Hormuz strait, Tasnim says

Iran has authorised the passage of vessels carrying essential goods to its ports through the Strait of Hormuz, according to a letter cited by Iran’s Tasnim news agency on Saturday. The letter indicates that ships heading to Iranian ports, including those currently in the Gulf of Oman, must coordinate with authorities and comply with established […]

Second Japan-linked ship passes through Strait of Hormuz

The ship is the Indian-flagged LPG tanker Green Sanvi, owned by an Indian affiliate of Mitsui O.S.K., according to the Japanese company.

French, Japanese ships cross Strait of Hormuz in first since war

One French- and another Japanese-owned vessel are among a handful of vessels to have crossed the war-torn Strait of Hormuz, maritime tracking data showed Friday.

By RFI

Ejercito hails Iran’s safe passage pledge for Filipinos in Strait of Hormuz

MANILA, Philippines — Senator JV Ejercito hopes that the guarantee of the safe passage for Philippine-flagged vessels and Filipino seafarers through the Strait of Hormuz “will materialize and will be sustained.” He made the statement as the country reels from the rising cost of fuel due to the ongoing war in the Middle East. The

By postie

No, this is not a New Normal

“This is the New Normal” is how spokesperson for the Centre for Monitoring the Situation in the Middle East, Nuttaa Mahattana, has characterised Thailand’s current struggle with soaring fuel and commodities prices triggered by the war in the Middle East.

Soaring LPG prices force migrant workers to leave Indian cities and return home - Khaleej Times

Soaring LPG prices force migrant workers to leave Indian cities and return home  Khaleej Times

Pipeline alternatives, including routes via Türkiye, gain relevance amid Strait of Hormuz concerns

Rising tensions in region have caused disruptions in Strait of Hormuz, which handles around 20% of global oil trade

By Anadolu Agency

Türkiye says 2nd Turkish-operated vessel has passed Strait of Hormuz

A second Turkish-flagged ship has successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing regional tensions, Transport Minister Abdulkadir Uraloğlu said Saturday. Iran has closed...

Middle East war: global economic fallout - The Daily Star

Middle East war: global economic fallout  The Daily Star

Food commodity prices up on Mideast war- UN food agency - Jordan Times

Food commodity prices up on Mideast war- UN food agency  Jordan Times

Iran’s oil exports from Kharg island increase despite war

Iran's oil exports from the key island of Kharg have increased even as the war with the United States and Israel rages, Iranian media reported on Saturday. The post Iran’s oil exports from Kharg island increase despite war appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Ayobami

Airlines warn flight cuts could start in six weeks over fuel shortages

Airlines are warning that flight cancellations could begin in six weeks if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed.

By 87814

Turkey says second Turkish-owned ship has crossed Hormuz strait - Naharnet

Turkey says second Turkish-owned ship has crossed Hormuz strait  Naharnet

Omani, French and Japanese vessels transit the Strait of Hormuz - Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka

Omani, French and Japanese vessels transit the Strait of Hormuz  Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka