Strait of Hormuz

U.S. forces conducted a sixth consecutive day of strikes against Iran, targeting military capabilities and retaliating for Iran's violation of a memorandum regarding attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. The White House confirmed ongoing negotiations for a permanent ceasefire, while President Trump declared the U.S. is at war with Iran again.

Fighting between the U.S. and Iran over the Strait of Hormuz has intensified, but diplomatic efforts mediated by Pakistan, Qatar, and Egypt continue despite a collapsed ceasefire. U.S. Vice President JD Vance and Iran’s negotiators have indicated openness to talks, with Pakistan asserting that peace efforts remain active.

The US directed ships in the Strait of Hormuz toward the Omani section under its protection as an American blockade on Iran's ports began. Sailors in the area reportedly sent an explicit message to US forces, telling them to 'F–k off.'

Chevron and Iraq are collaborating on a pipeline project through Syria to bypass the Strait of Hormuz. The consortium includes a Syrian-Qatari group and a Los Angeles-based venture firm linked to Trump ally Tom Barrack.

An interim deal between Iran and the U.S. to end hostilities and reopen the Strait of Hormuz has collapsed after less than a month, leading to resumed fighting. The agreement aimed to halt military operations, ensure safe passage through the strait for 60 days, and initiate permanent peace talks, but disagreements over tolls and control of the waterway triggered renewed clashes and a U.S. blockade.

An interim agreement to end conflict between Iran and the United States has collapsed, leading to resumed hostilities and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Disputes over Iran's right to charge tolls in the strait and U.S. military actions have intensified the situation.

AI-related stocks like Nvidia, Micron, and Sandisk declined, dragging down global markets despite gains from other companies like Abbott and UnitedHealth Group. The S&P 500 fell 0.2% while the Dow rose 0.2%, and South Korea's Kospi index dropped 6.4% due to AI stock slumps and a Bank of Korea rate hike. Oil prices near a one-month high due to concerns over Iranian tensions disrupting the Strait of Hormuz.

The U.S. conducted strikes targeting locations in Iran to degrade its ability to threaten commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran and the U.S. have escalated attacks in the region, according to a CBS News report by Courtney Kealy.

AI stocks like Micron Technology, Sandisk, and Nvidia are declining due to concerns about unsustainable demand, while oil prices rise amid the U.S.-Iran conflict. Global markets, including the S&P 500, Dow Jones, and South Korea's Kospi index, are experiencing losses.

Brent crude prices rise due to tensions in the Strait of Hormuz as the Federal Reserve maintains steady interest rates. The article examines the impact of energy shocks, a strong U.S. dollar, and increased demand for critical minerals on Latin America's economic stability.

U.S. wholesale inflation fell 0.3% in June due to plunging energy prices, but rising tensions with Iran are creating uncertainty. Year-over-year wholesale prices increased 5.5%, down from 6% in May, while core wholesale prices rose 4.7% compared to June 2025. Producer prices dropped alongside consumer prices, easing pressure on the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates, though inflation remains above its 2% target.

A viral video falsely claimed to show the Iranian Navy destroying a ship in the Strait of Hormuz amid Middle East tensions. The video actually shows the US Navy destroying an Iranian Soleimani-class corvette in the Persian Gulf. Pro-Iranian accounts on X shared the video with misleading captions, while a fact-check confirmed the footage is old and unrelated to recent events.

Retail sales rose 0.2% in June, driven by online sales and sporting goods, but overall spending slowed due to economic uncertainty and fading tax refunds. Inflation cooled as gas prices fell, but geopolitical tensions threaten recent progress.

Retail sales rose 0.2% in June amid economic uncertainty and fading tax refund benefits, with a 0.7% increase when excluding gas stations. Inflation declined to 3.5% year-over-year, driven by lower gas, clothes, and used car prices, while consumer spending on online platforms and sporting goods showed growth.

The U.S. military has targeted three strategically significant islands controlled by Iran near the Strait of Hormuz, a critical energy chokepoint. The islands, Abu Musa and Greater and Lesser Tunb, were seized by Iran in 1971 and serve as a base for Iran's Revolutionary Guard to monitor and attack shipping. Recent U.S. strikes on the islands have heightened tensions over their disputed ownership.

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu's foreign policy advisor Ophir Falk discusses U.S. strikes on Iran. Chicago Council on Global Affairs President and CEO Leslie Vinjamuri analyzes tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. Correspondent Stefano Pozzebon reports on recovery efforts in Venezuela, and Lucy Schiller addresses eldercare in America.

Retail sales increased 0.2% in June, driven by online sales and sporting goods amid economic uncertainty and declining gas prices. Excluding gas stations, sales rose 0.7%, while clothing stores fell 0.3%. Inflation cooled to 3.5% year-over-year as gas prices dropped to $3.94 per gallon.

The United States expanded strikes into northern Iran and disabled a ship attempting to bypass its naval blockade, while Iran retaliated with missile and drone attacks. The conflict has escalated tensions in the region, with both sides targeting key infrastructure and raising threats over the Strait of Hormuz.

The United States intensified airstrikes on Iran, targeting Tehran and northern regions, while Iran retaliated with missile and drone strikes. President Trump is considering expanding military operations, including seizing Iranian islands and bombing a site near the Strait of Hormuz. Iran's military warned of retaliating against infrastructure attacks and emphasized its 'invincible red line' at the Strait of Hormuz.

The United States intensified strikes in Iran, reaching areas near Tehran and targeting Semnan province, while Iran retaliated with missile and drone attacks against U.S. allies. The conflict has escalated tensions over the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran warning of widespread infrastructure attacks if U.S. threats to strike bridges and power plants are carried out.

The US and Iran exchanged attacks, striking tankers, northern Iran, and US military facilities in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan, killing hopes for a truce. President Trump claimed the Strait of Hormuz was open, but analysts warned it remains largely shut, with potential for a prolonged conflict similar to past wars.

The US-Iran Hormuz MoU's ambiguous 'safe passage' language contributed to a recent escalation in the Strait of Hormuz. The article argues the vague terms made conflict in the region inevitable.

Hopes for a lasting US-Iran peace deal are diminishing due to recent military exchanges. The US resumed blockading the Strait of Hormuz by firing on a ship attempting to breach it, while Iran retaliated with strikes on US allies, including Jordan.

President Donald Trump discussed the potential to target Iran's leadership, including lower-tier members of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), during an interview. The article notes Trump's previous statements on potential military action and the recent breakdown of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) following attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran warned that the Strait of Hormuz is an inviolable 'red line' and stated it would strike all infrastructure across the Gulf region if US President Donald Trump carries out his threat to attack Iran's infrastructure.

Iran warns the U.S. that the Strait of Hormuz is a 'red line' and vows retaliation against Trump's threats of strikes. Trump stated the U.S. will target Iranian infrastructure next week if negotiations do not resume.

Iran warned that the Strait of Hormuz is an inviolable 'red line' and threatened to strike all Gulf infrastructure if U.S. President Donald Trump attacks Iran's infrastructure. The U.S. launched attacks and reimposed a naval blockade on Iran's ports, aiming to reopen the Strait after a truce collapsed.

The United States expanded strikes into northern Iran and disabled a ship attempting to breach a naval blockade, prompting Iranian retaliation with missile and drone attacks. The conflict has escalated tensions in the region, with Iran warning of potential attacks on infrastructure and the United States targeting strategic sites near the Strait of Hormuz.

The US has expanded strikes to northern Iran and targeted an oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran reports explosions in multiple cities including Tehran. Iran warns it will retaliate against regional infrastructure if attacked, following Trump's threats to target Iranian bridges.

The United States expanded strikes into northern Iran and disabled a ship attempting to bypass its naval blockade, prompting Iranian retaliation with missile and drone attacks on Bahrain, Jordan, and Kuwait. The conflict has intensified regional tensions, disrupted the Strait of Hormuz, and raised fears of escalating violence.

India has instructed shipowners, ship managers, and recruitment companies to avoid deploying Indian seafarers on vessels traveling through the Strait of Hormuz due to renewed regional conflict. India is the world's third-largest supplier of seafarers, with over 300,000 sailors in global shipping fleets.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange's KSE-100 index surged 2,604.49 points (1.49%) in early trade, driven by US President Donald Trump's remarks suggesting Iran's eagerness to settle tensions and stable oil prices. The rebound followed losses from the previous day due to renewed US-Iran conflicts.

The US launched a second wave of strikes on Iran’s coastal defenses and missile sites within 24 hours, following a reimposed naval blockade of Iranian ports. Iran retaliated by targeting US military assets in Gulf states, escalating tensions after a fragile truce collapsed. The US disabled an oil tanker near Iran and attacked locations including Greater Tunb Island and Bandar Abbas, while Iran reported explosions in multiple cities and activated air defenses.

The United States expanded strikes into northern Iran and disabled a ship accused of breaching its naval blockade, prompting Iranian retaliation with missile and drone attacks. The escalation risks reigniting full-scale war in the Middle East, with over 35 killed and 300 injured in U.S. strikes, while Iran threatens to halt regional energy exports.

The United States and Iran exchanged strikes, with Iran's Revolutionary Guards vowing to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed until U.S. 'acts of aggression' cease. Iran also warned that other regional oil export routes could become targets.

Asian shares declined, with South Korea's Kospi falling 6.6% due to a Bank of Korea rate hike and AI-related stock selling. Oil prices dipped amid U.S.-Iran tensions, while U.S. futures rose and Hong Kong's Hang Seng gained 1.7%. Key tech companies like SK Hynix and Kioxia saw significant losses.

The US expanded strikes into northern Iran and disabled a ship attempting to bypass its naval blockade, prompting Iranian retaliation with missile and drone attacks. The escalating conflict, involving targets near Tehran and Semnan province, risks a full-scale war and has already caused significant casualties.

Asian liquefied natural gas prices rose to the highest since late March as fresh hostilities in the Middle East deepened concerns that shipping through the key Strait of Hormuz will remain disrupted for longer.

The United States expanded strikes into northern Iran, targeting areas near Tehran and disabling a ship accused of breaching a naval blockade. Iran retaliated with missile and drone attacks on Bahrain, Jordan, and Kuwait, escalating tensions that threaten to reignite full-scale war in the region.

The U.S. military completed strikes on Iran at President Donald Trump's direction, targeting locations including Bandar Abbas. The strikes focused on Iranian command centers, air defense sites, missile and drone capabilities, and coastal surveillance facilities.