UK will not join blockade of Iran's ports in the Strait of Hormuz

UK minesweepers and anti-drone capabilities will continue operating in the region, as pressure ramps up to reopen the key shipping route.

How JD Vance Tried and Failed to End the War in Iran That He Opposed

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Oil Surges With Gas as US Blockade of Hormuz Escalates Crisis - Bloomberg.com

Oil Surges With Gas as US Blockade of Hormuz Escalates Crisis  Bloomberg.com

Inside Vance’s Iran negotiations: No deal, but ‘friendly’ talks

Vice President JD Vance’s negotiations in Pakistan with Iran failed to end the war, but progress was reported on building goodwill.

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Starmer confirms UK will not support US blockade of strait of Hormuz – UK politics live

PM says opening waterway is ‘vital’ as he rules out any UK involvement in US moves to blockade strait Good morning. The parliamentary recess is over, the Iran war disaster isn’t, campaigning is ramping up because the May elections are less than four weeks to go, and there will be plenty for MPs to discuss as they meet in the Commons this afternoon. The full timetable, as usual, is down below. Keir Starmer is in Greater Manchester this morning, on a visit linked to the English local elections....

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More than a quarter of private colleges are at risk of closing, a new projection shows

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Iran war: What is happening on day 45 of the US-Iran conflict?

The move to blockade the Strait of Hormuz is the latest escalation in the war after failure to sign peace deal.

European stocks set to start the week lower as Iran peace hopes fade

European stocks are expected to start the new trading week on a somber note as global traders assess developments in the Middle East.

Trump’s Hormuz blockade may target China along with Iran

The US announced a blockade against ships calling at Iranian ports, ramping up pressure on the Middle East nation after marathon peace talks over the weekend ended without a deal. Action was due to start Monday at 10am New York time (10pm Hong Kong), according to US Central Command. Vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz to and from non-Iranian ports won’t be affected, it said. President Donald Trump had earlier said that the blockade would cover all ships using the vital waterway. “Any Iran...

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Oil prices jump back above $100 a barrel after Trump orders blockade of Strait of Hormuz

Stock markets have not reacted as fiercely as they did at the start of the conflict amid belief US-Iran talks may resume

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Dalaroo lists on OTCQB market to meet US Greenland rare earths demand - SMH.com.au

Dalaroo lists on OTCQB market to meet US Greenland rare earths demand  SMH.com.au

US, Indonesia discussing proposal allowing US military overflight in Indonesian airspace, defence ministry says

Trump’s blockade is a desperate measure

The president has declared a naval blockade against all shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, "effective immediately"

By Katie Stallard

West Asia truce on edge as US-Iran talks fail to find common ground

The West Asia crisis, observers believe, will also lead to a re-evaluation of the security partnership between the US and key states such as Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and the UAE.

US Iran talks: South-east Asia urges peace - The Straits Times

US Iran talks: South-east Asia urges peace  The Straits Times

Pegasus Decoy, Fake Messages: How US Ensured It Reached Downed Airman First

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Seoul shares fall on escalating Hormuz tensions after peace talks fail; won declines

South Korean stocks closed lower Monday amid escalating tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz after the United States announced a blockade following failed peace talks with Iran. The local currency fell against the US dollar. The benchmark Korea Composite Stock Price Index lost 50.25 points, or 0.86 percent, to close at 5,808.62. Trading volume was heavy at 1.07 trillion shares worth 21.1 trillion won ($14.2 billion), with losers outnumbering gainers 524 to 343. The index opened sharply lowe

By The Korea Herald

PTI optimistic about progress as US, Iran talks end without deal

ISLAMABAD: The PTI has stated that although talks between Iran and the United States concluded in Islamabad without a final agreement, optimism should not be lost, as most key points have already been agreed upon. In a statement issued on Sunday, PTI Central Information Secretary Sheikh Waqas Akram said that while the lack of a final agreement may seem disappointing at first, both sides acknowledged making significant progress, with only a few issues still unresolved. He emphasised that optim...

By none@none.com (Ikram Junaidi)

Oil could spike to $150 if US proceeds with Hormuz blockade: Onyx

What does a US naval blockade of Iran mean for oil flows?

Here are details on the planned blockade and its implications for oil markets

By Reuters

US says to begin blockade of Iranian ports

TEHRAN - The US military said it would begin a blockade of all Iranian ports Monday, after talks between the warring sides in Pakistan collapsed, and despite the Iranian military warning that it would treat any such action as an act of piracy.

Europe has trust issues with US: Poll - China Daily - Global Edition

Europe has trust issues with US: Poll  China Daily - Global Edition

ASEAN foreign ministers urge US and Iran to push for permanent resolution - Arab News

ASEAN foreign ministers urge US and Iran to push for permanent resolution  Arab News

Iran accuses US of derailing Islamabad talks after near agreement

FM Abbas Araghchi says 'Islamabad MoU' was close but US "maximalism and shifting goalposts" blocked the deal

By Anadolu Agency

Oil up, stocks slip as Trump threatens blockade of Strait of Hormuz

Oil prices spiked again and stocks retreated on Monday after U.S.-Iran peace talks fell apart and President Donald Trump vowed a blockade of the strategic Strait of Hormuz, adding...

'US, Iran delegations to hold another meeting after Islamabad talks' - Geo News

'US, Iran delegations to hold another meeting after Islamabad talks'  Geo News

Half Of US Data Centers Scheduled To Start In 2026, Will Be Canceled Or Delayed

Half Of US Data Centers Scheduled To Start In 2026, Will Be Canceled Or Delayed Just over two years ago, we first penned our views on "The Next AI Trade", which looked beyond the hyperscalers and the data centers supporting the AI revolution, and instead focused on the energy and logistical needs that would be so very critical in allowing the US to dominate China in the existential race to first reach Artificial General Intelligence (which many have dubbed the next nuclear arms ...

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‘Only US importers can get refunds’ - The Star

‘Only US importers can get refunds’  The Star

Oil rises above $100 per barrel amid announced U.S. naval blockade of Iran

Oil prices rose above $100 per barrel on Monday as the U.S. Navy prepared to block maritime traffic to and from Iran through the Strait of Hormuz, a move that could limit Iranian oil exports.

Trump Orders Naval Blockade of Hormuz as Iran Talks Collapse - Nation Thailand

Trump Orders Naval Blockade of Hormuz as Iran Talks Collapse  Nation Thailand

Oil surges, stocks fall as Trump says to blockade Strait of Hormuz

Oil prices surged and stocks sank Monday after US-Iran peace talks fell apart and Donald Trump announced a blockade of the strategic Strait of Hormuz, adding to fears for energy supplies from the Middle East. The post Oil surges, stocks fall as Trump says to blockade Strait of Hormuz appeared first on Vanguard News.

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The United States will impose a blockade on Iranian ports after the talks failed. - Seneweb

The United States will impose a blockade on Iranian ports after the talks failed.  Seneweb