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Strait of Hormuz
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UAE says Iranian missile hit ADNOC-linked vessel as Strait of Hormuz deal hangs in balance
The United Arab Emirates says an Iranian missile targeted an Abu Dhabi National Oil Company-linked vessel in the Strait of Hormuz on August 8, even as Iran and Oman move closer to a shipping agreement that Washington hopes could reopen the world’s most important oil chokepoint.
Iran wants cargo-based fees as Oman negotiates new Strait of Hormuz system
Iran may gain control over inbound Hormuz traffic. The unresolved fight over inspections and fees could reshape Gulf energy security.
Trump calls Iran talks a last chance, but Tehran says no negotiations are underway
Trump calls Iran talks a last chance, but Tehran says no negotiations exist as disputes over Hormuz and nuclear policy threaten the pause.
Clarkson (LSE: CKN) shares surge 15% as record £61.5m H1 profit lifts 2026 outlook
Clarkson PLC has delivered its strongest first-half performance as disruption around the Strait of Hormuz drove chartering rates higher and increased demand for specialist shipping advice. The earnings upgrade demonstrates the operational leverage in its broking platform, although investors must distinguish lasting market-share gains from conflict-driven volatility that could eventually normalise.
Trump cancels planned Iran attack as Hormuz peace framework awaits Tehran’s approval
Donald Trump cancelled an Iran attack, but Tehran has not accepted final terms. Hormuz, nuclear inspections and sanctions remain unresolved.
Thales advances €3.9bn Exail takeover as tender offer agreement is signed
Thales signs binding tender offer agreement for the €3.9 billion Exail underwater drone deal; shares trade below the €134 bid on timeline risk into 2028.
Indian Oil seeks 50% stakes in VLGCs as United States LPG imports reshape shipping strategy
Indian Oil Corporation Limited is exploring partial ownership of very large gas carriers as India diversifies LPG supply beyond the Middle East. The move could improve freight security, but vessel pricing, shipping cycles and shared control will determine the returns.
Trump pauses Iran strikes, but Hormuz standoff keeps Middle East ceasefire on edge
Trump paused Iran strikes, but the Hormuz dispute, drone attacks and munitions concerns leave the path to peace dangerously uncertain.
US and Iran pause attacks for second day as Oman pushes Strait of Hormuz diplomacy
US and Iranian attacks have paused, but the Hormuz blockade remains. Oman must now turn two quiet days into rules neither side will break.
Houthis target Aramco sites in Jizan and Yanbu as US pauses Iran strikes
US strikes on Iran paused after 13 nights, but Houthi attacks on Jizan and Yanbu opened a new threat to Saudi oil and Red Sea trade.