Greek PM says tolls for ships to cross Hormuz would be unacceptable, a risk to freedom of navigation - Reuters

Greek PM says tolls for ships to cross Hormuz would be unacceptable, a risk to freedom of navigation  Reuters

Iran’s proposal to collect tolls in the Strait of Hormuz violates trade norms - AP News

Iran’s proposal to collect tolls in the Strait of Hormuz violates trade norms  AP News

Trump criticises Nato after meeting alliance chief describes as 'very frank'

The US President says Nato "wasn't there when we needed them" during the Iran war.

A Cease-fire for Now in Iran, but a Blow to American Credibility

Critics wonder if this is America’s ‘Suez moment,’ when a leading power signals the start of its international decline.

By Steven Erlanger

Shipping stalls as Tehran dictates terms in Hormuz

Despite US-Iran ceasefire deal fewer tankers passed the crucial waterway than during fiercest days of fighting

Middle East crisis live: Red Cross ‘outraged’ as Israeli strikes on Lebanon kill at least 254; strait of Hormuz impasse continues

As Israel attacks on Lebanon continue, Abbas Araghchi points to announcement that says ceasefire includes Lebanon while JD Vance says US never promised that Middle East ceasefire in serious doubt as Israel assaults Lebanon and Iran blocks oil tankers Will shipping in the strait of Hormuz – and oil prices – return to normal? Welcome to the Guardian’s continuing coverage of the US-Israel war on Iran. The fragile two-week truce between the US and Iran was hanging in the balance on Thursday, w...

By Mark Saunokonoko

‘Malaysia won’t be lectured’: Singapore’s refusal to negotiate over Hormuz creates waves

Singapore’s position against negotiating with Iran over access to the Strait of Hormuz has triggered backlash from Malaysian politicians, who saw its statements as “lecturing” them on how best to approach gaining safe passage through the vital waterway. For the past month, Tehran had all but shut access to the strait – which handles about a fifth of global oil and gas shipments, bound mostly for Asia – in retaliation to deadly strikes by the US and Israel since they launched a war on Iran on...

By Joseph Sipalan

Iran threatens new hostilities as Israel pounds Lebanon

The two-week truce between the US, Israel and Iran has started showing cracks as the sides disagreed on the inclusion on Lebanon in the ceasefire agreement.

Iran continues to target Gulf countries despite ceasefire announcement

Reporting from Doha for FRANCE 24, Hoda Abdel-Hamid explains that Iran's demands regarding the control over the Strait of Hormuz and the departure of US combat troops from the region are unlikely to be acceptable to Gulf countries.

By FRANCE24

‘They essentially have a blackmail card up their sleeve’: A look at Iran’s plan to charge tankers to use the Strait of Hormuz

Iran’s plans to impose tolls on tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz is turning the key waterway into a financial battlefield.

By Isabel Wang

Iran's proposal to collect tolls in the Strait of Hormuz violates trade norms

To end the war with the United States and Israel, Iran is demanding the right to collect tolls in the Strait of Hormuz as a precondition for reopening the waterway vital to world oil supplies

By David McHugh and John Leicester

Trump still angry with NATO’s stance on Iran war after meeting with alliance’s chief

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte was in the U.S. on a mission to temper Trump’s displeasure over NATO allies' refusal to help him protect commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz

By Bloomberg News

Iran's proposal to collect tolls in the Strait of Hormuz violates trade norms

Crude prices climb back towards $97 as Strait of Hormuz remains under pressure

Oil prices edged higher Thursday after a significant daily drop, as Middle East tensions and uncertainty surrounding the Strait of Hormuz kept markets on edge. Despite conflicting reports on tanker movement, US Vice President Vance indicated the strait was beginning to reopen. Prices remain elevated due to persistent concerns over potential renewed hostilities.

By TOI BUSINESS DESK

Iran to charge $1 per oil barrel toll from tankers passing Strait of Hormuz: Report

The latest development comes even as Iran once again closed the Strait of Hormuz in response to the Israeli attacks against Hezbollah in Lebanon.

Greek PM says tolls for ships to cross Hormuz would be unacceptable, a risk to freedom of navigation - The Straits Times

Greek PM says tolls for ships to cross Hormuz would be unacceptable, a risk to freedom of navigation  The Straits Times

Red Zone sealed as capital prepares for high-stakes Iran-US talks

• Two holidays declared in Rawalpindi, Islamabad • Hotel vacated, reserved for delegations • Entry points to Islamabad likely to face closures Excise, Taxation offices will remain open ISLAMABAD: The authorities have declared two local holidays in Islamabad and Rawalpindi on Thursday and Friday to ensure security for scheduled peace talks between Iran and the United States. Due to the sensitivity and importance of the talks, comprehensive security measures have been put in place, involving al...

By none@none.com (Munawer Azeem)

Analysis: Trump's Iran U-Turn Exposes Limits Of His Leverage

Trump abruptly reversed his threats - which experts say could have amounted to war crimes - and announced a Pakistani-mediated truce agreement just two hours before a deadline he had set for Iran to open the blockaded Strait of Hormuz.

As Trump claims victory, Iran emerges bruised but powerful with leverage over Hormuz

Iran has absorbed blows from the U.S. and Israel while retaining — and in some cases strengthening — its core instruments of power.

Asian stocks in sober mood as oil rises on Middle East truce doubts

Global shippers seek clarity on Strait of Hormuz reopening - Kuwait Times

Global shippers seek clarity on Strait of Hormuz reopening  Kuwait Times