U.S. World Business Lifestyle
Today: April 17, 2026
Today: April 17, 2026

Strait of Hormuz

Business|Science|Technology|World

How the US could clear mines from the Strait of Hormuz

As the United States embarks on clearing mines from the Strait of Hormuz, it could draw on an arsenal of drones, explosive‑laden robots and helicopters to

How the US could clear mines from the Strait of Hormuz
Asia|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Macron says it is unrealistic to open Hormuz Strait by force

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Thursday it would be unrealistic to launch a military operation to force open the Strait of Hormuz, after U.S.

Macron says it is unrealistic to open Hormuz Strait by force
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

Trump's fresh Iran threats give investors a risk-off reality check

U.S.

Trump's fresh Iran threats give investors a risk-off reality check
Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Stock Markets|World

European shares trim losses on hopes of reopening of Strait of Hormuz

Europe's main stock index trimmed losses on renewed hopes of a reopening of the crucial Strait of Hormuz, even as U.S.

European shares trim losses on hopes of reopening of Strait of Hormuz
Asia|Economy|Environment|Political|World

China calls for promoting Middle East ceasefire in talks with EU, Germany

China on Thursday repeated calls for a ceasefire in the Middle East and safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz in conversations with Western counterparts, widening its

China calls for promoting Middle East ceasefire in talks with EU, Germany
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Near-term oil prices hit record premium over later deliveries after Trump vows more attacks on Iran

U.S. crude oil futures for immediate delivery next month hit their largest-ever premium over the second-month contract on

Near-term oil prices hit record premium over later deliveries after Trump vows more attacks on Iran
Business|Economy|World

J.P. Morgan warns oil could top $150 if disruptions persist into mid‑May

Oil prices could spike to $120-$130 per barrel in the near term, with a risk of surging above $150 if supply flows through the Strait of Hormuz remain disrupted into mid-May, J.P.

J.P. Morgan warns oil could top $150 if disruptions persist into mid‑May
Political|Science|Technology|World

Zelenskiy offers Ukraine's maritime expertise with Strait of Hormuz

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Thursday offered to provide Ukraine's expertise in dealing with freedom of navigation in the Black Sea to countries considering how to keep the

Zelenskiy offers Ukraine's maritime expertise with Strait of Hormuz
Uncategorized

Trading Day: Oil Strait back up again

World markets reeled on Thursday, with stocks mostly lower and U.S. oil soaring 11% after President Donald Trump indicated there will be no let-

Trading Day: Oil Strait back up again
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

World anxious to open Hormuz Strait while Trump and Iran trade threats

Dozens of countries sought ways to restart vital energy shipments through the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday after U.S.

World anxious to open Hormuz Strait while Trump and Iran trade threats
Business|Economy|Environment|World

US crude jumps more than 11%, Brent nearly 8% after Trump vows more attacks on Iran

U.S. oil prices settled more than 11% higher and Brent soared nearly 8% on Thursday in volatile

US crude jumps more than 11%, Brent nearly 8% after Trump vows more attacks on Iran
Political|World

Iran leaders join crowds on Tehran's streets to project control in wartime

After more than a month of being stalked by targeted assassinations, Iran's leadership has adopted a new tactic to show it is still in control - with senior

Iran leaders join crowds on Tehran's streets to project control in wartime
Arts|Food|Technology|World

South Korea, France agree to deepen defence and energy ties amid Middle East conflict

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and

South Korea, France agree to deepen defence and energy ties amid Middle East conflict
Economy|World

French-owned CMA CGM container ship passes Strait of Hormuz, data shows

A container ship belonging to French shipping group CMA CGM has passed through the Strait of Hormuz, MarineTraffic vessel tracking

French-owned CMA CGM container ship passes Strait of Hormuz, data shows
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump says US can take Strait of Hormuz with more time

President Donald Trump on Friday said the U.S. can open the Strait of Hormuz with a little more time, as pressure mounts for his administration to find a quick resolution to a war

Trump says US can take Strait of Hormuz with more time
Business|Economy|World

Japanese, French and Omani vessels cross the Strait of Hormuz

Three Omani-operated tankers, a French-owned container ship and a Japanese-owned gas carrier have crossed the Strait of Hormuz

Japanese, French and Omani vessels cross the Strait of Hormuz
Economy|Political|World

UN Hormuz vote now expected next week; China opposes authorization of force

The U.N.

UN Hormuz vote now expected next week; China opposes authorization of force
Economy|Political|World

US intelligence warns Iran unlikely to ease Hormuz Strait chokehold soon, sources say

Recent U.S. intelligence reports warn that Iran is unlikely to open the Strait of Hormuz any time soon because its grip

US intelligence warns Iran unlikely to ease Hormuz Strait chokehold soon, sources say
Asia|Business|Economy|Environment|MidEast|World

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

Indian refiners have purchased Iranian oil amid the Middle East conflict that has disrupted supplies through the Strait of Hormuz, the oil ministry said on Saturday.

India makes first Iranian oil buy in seven years with no payment problems
Asia|Business|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|World

South Korea asks Gulf nations for steady energy supply, safety of Korean vessels

South Korean Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol met with envoys from Gulf countries to shore up energy security and the safety of Korean vessels near the Strait of Hormuz, the

South Korea asks Gulf nations for steady energy supply, safety of Korean vessels
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump, Israel pressure Iran ahead of deadline as hunt goes on for missing US crew member

U.S.

Trump, Israel pressure Iran ahead of deadline as hunt goes on for missing US crew member
Political|World

US, Iran and mediators make push for 45-day ceasefire, Axios reports

The U.S., Iran and a group of regional mediators are discussing the terms for a potential 45-day ceasefire that could lead to a permanent end to the war, Axios reported on Sunday,

US, Iran and mediators make push for 45-day ceasefire, Axios reports
Economy|Political|World

Trump, on Easter, threatens 'hell' on Iran's infrastructure if Strait remains blocked

U.S.

Trump, on Easter, threatens 'hell' on Iran's infrastructure if Strait remains blocked
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump gives Iran until Tuesday night to open Strait of Hormuz, WSJ reports

U.S.

Trump gives Iran until Tuesday night to open Strait of Hormuz, WSJ reports
Asia|MidEast|Political|World

China ready to cooperate with Russia to ease Middle East tension, foreign minister says

China is willing to continue to cooperate with Russia at the U.N.

China ready to cooperate with Russia to ease Middle East tension, foreign minister says
Uncategorized

OPEC+ agrees to boost oil output when Strait of Hormuz reopens

OPEC+ agreed on Sunday to raise its oil output quotas by 206,000 barrels per day for May, a modest rise that will

OPEC+ agrees to boost oil output when Strait of Hormuz reopens
Economy|Political|World

Iran, U.S. receive plan to end hostilities, immediate ceasefire; source says

Iran and the United States have received a plan to end hostilities that could come into effect on Monday and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a source aware of the proposals said on

Iran, U.S. receive plan to end hostilities, immediate ceasefire; source says
Business|Economy|Political|World

UAE says the use of Hormuz must be guaranteed in any US-Iran deal

UAE official Anwar Gargash said any settlement of the U.S.-Iran war must guarantee access through the Strait of Hormuz, warning that a

UAE says the use of Hormuz must be guaranteed in any US-Iran deal
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Hormuz closure divides the fortunes of Middle Eastern oil states

The Strait of Hormuz's closure and the resulting surge in global oil prices have handed financial windfalls to Iran, Oman and Saudi Arabia,

Hormuz closure divides the fortunes of Middle Eastern oil states
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Oil rises in choppy trade; US, Iran rhetoric heats up

Oil prices climbed in choppy trade on Monday, as the U.S. and Iran ratcheted up their rhetoric even as the two countries are engaging in indirect talks that could lead to

Oil rises in choppy trade; US, Iran rhetoric heats up
Political|US|World

Trump says Iran could be 'taken out' on Tuesday, Hegseth says major strikes to come

U.S.

Trump says Iran could be 'taken out' on Tuesday, Hegseth says major strikes to come
Business|Economy|Political|World

US-sanctioned supertankers enter Gulf despite blockade

A second U.S.-sanctioned supertanker has entered the Gulf via the Strait of Hormuz, shipping data showed, despite a U.S. blockade on vessels visiting

US-sanctioned supertankers enter Gulf despite blockade
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Can Iran legally impose tolls on the Strait of Hormuz?

Tehran has sought to tighten its grip over the Strait of Hormuz by charging tolls on vessels to ensure safe passage, in conjunction with Iran's Islamic

Can Iran legally impose tolls on the Strait of Hormuz?
Business|Economy|Political|World

UN expected to vote on watered-down Hormuz resolution on Tuesday

The U.N.

UN expected to vote on watered-down Hormuz resolution on Tuesday
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

A breakthrough deal or a crude awakening?

A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee: Markets are holding their collective breath as optimism over a possible deal to open the Strait of Hormuz clashes with the

A breakthrough deal or a crude awakening?
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|MidEast|Political|World

Iran rejects ceasefire as Trump ramps up threats ahead of deadline

Iran said on Monday it wanted a lasting end to the war with the U.S. and Israel, and pushed back against pressure to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, while U.S.

Iran rejects ceasefire as Trump ramps up threats ahead of deadline
Economy|World

Iraq could restore oil exports to pre-war level within a week if Hormuz reopens, Basra Oil chief says

Iraq could restore crude oil exports to around 3.4 million barrels per day within a week provided the Iran war ends and the Strait of Hormuz reopens,

Iraq could restore oil exports to pre-war level within a week if Hormuz reopens, Basra Oil chief says
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Deal, delay or strike? Investors on edge as Trump's Iran deadline nears

Global markets have entered a period of heightened uncertainty ahead of a deadline set by U.S.

Deal, delay or strike? Investors on edge as Trump's Iran deadline nears
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|MidEast|Political|World

Middle East war means 'all roads' lead to higher prices, slower growth, IMF chief says

The war in the Middle East will lead to higher inflation and slower global growth, the head of the International Monetary Fund told Reuters on Monday,

Middle East war means 'all roads' lead to higher prices, slower growth, IMF chief says
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Final countdown?

What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Anna Szymanski, Editor-in-Charge, Reuters Open Interest Markets are once again held in suspense as traders count

Final countdown?
Business|Economy|Political|World

Some firms in Saudi extend work from home ahead of Iran ultimatum

Some Western and Saudi firms in Riyadh have extended work-from-home advisories this week, five people familiar with the matter said, amid concern over a looming U.S.-imposed

Some firms in Saudi extend work from home ahead of Iran ultimatum
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall St opens lower ahead of Trump's Iran deadline

Wall Street's main indexes opened lower open on Tuesday as investors assessed comments from the U.S. and Iran for any clues on where the conflict was headed, before President

Wall St opens lower ahead of Trump's Iran deadline
Political|US|World

US hits military targets on Iran's Kharg Island, Vance says no change to strategy

U.S. strikes on Iran's Kharg Island do not represent a change in American strategy, U.S.

US hits military targets on Iran's Kharg Island, Vance says no change to strategy
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Iran has attacked Saudi Arabia's Jubail petrochemical complex, IRGC says

Iran on Tuesday attacked Saudi Arabia's Jubail petrochemical complex, the heart of the kingdom's downstream sector, its Revolutionary Guards said, the latest evidence of Tehran's

Iran has attacked Saudi Arabia's Jubail petrochemical complex, IRGC says
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|World

Can Iran charge fees for ships to transit the Strait of Hormuz?

Iran wants to charge fees for ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz as part of its proposals to end the war with Israel and the United States after blocking most traffic

Can Iran charge fees for ships to transit the Strait of Hormuz?
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Energy facilities and shipping hit during US-Israeli war on Iran

The U.S.-Israeli war on Iran and Tehran's retaliatory attacks on Gulf neighbours have damaged major energy facilities and disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, which

Energy facilities and shipping hit during US-Israeli war on Iran
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Brent settles down on economic worries, US crude up ahead of Trump deadline for Iran

Oil prices settled mixed on Tuesday, with Brent down on worries that high energy prices could slow economic growth, while U.S. crude closed at its

Brent settles down on economic worries, US crude up ahead of Trump deadline for Iran
Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Dollar holds firm ahead of Trump's Iran deadline

The U.S. dollar traded close to its highest levels in almost 11 months on Tuesday with investors pausing ahead of a U.S.-imposed deadline for Iran to reopen the

Dollar holds firm ahead of Trump's Iran deadline
Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Pakistani delegation meets in Tehran hoping for more US-Iran talks before ceasefire ends

Pakistan’s army chief is meeting with Iranian officials for talks in Tehran in the latest diplomatic move to ease tensions in the region and arrange a second round of negotiations between the United States and Iran

Pakistani delegation meets in Tehran hoping for more US-Iran talks before ceasefire ends