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The Strait of Hormuz is twenty-one miles wide at its narrowest point and carries roughly a fifth of the world’s oil supply. It is also the geographic center of the confrontation between Iran and the West. We track naval movements, threats to shipping, Iranian provocations, and the strategic decisions of the powers competing for control of this critical waterway.
Despite Trump's talks with Tehran, Iran threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting vital oil routes amid rising tensions…
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APR 18, 2026
President Trump announced Iran’s full compliance with US demands, including reopening the Strait of Hormuz and halting uranium enrichment, signaling…
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APR 17, 2026
Former US President Trump claimed China agreed to halt arms shipments to Iran amid tensions and predicted a warm reception…
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APR 15, 2026
The US warned of unleashing full "Economic Fury" on Iran by ending oil sanction waivers and threatening secondary sanctions on…
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APR 15, 2026
Trump sharply escalates tensions with Iran, ordering a full U.S.
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APR 12, 2026