Strait Of Hormuz

• Trump says closed Strait of Hormuz will ‘be dealt with forcefully’

  Iran’s chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf accused the U.S. of undermining regional security with the effort to end Iran’s hold on the strait, warned Tehran will respond.

  World

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• U.S. denies Iran claim of striking American vessel in Strait of Hormuz

  The U.S.-led Joint Maritime Information Center advised ships to cross the strait in Oman’s waters, saying it had set up an “enhanced security area.”

  World

  May 4
  
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• One week since fuel excise tax freeze, what do gas prices look like?

  The fuel excise tax suspension is largely due to the ongoing U.S.-Iran war, with the movement of shipments along the Strait of Hormuz having mostly been stalled.

  Canada

  Apr 27
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• Iran and U.S. dispatch negotiators to Pakistan for new talks after delays

  Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi's trip comes as much of the world has been on edge over a war that has snarled crucial energy exports through the Strait of Hormuz.

  World

  Apr 24
• ‘Shoot and kill’ Iranian boats laying sea mines, Trump tells military

  “I have ordered the United States Navy to shoot and kill any boat, small boats though they may be...that is putting mines in the waters of the Strait of Hormuz,” Trump posted.

  World

  Apr 23
• Iran attacks 3 ships hours after Trump announces ceasefire extension

  Iranian media said the Revolutionary Guard had seized two of the ships, marking a further escalation, though the White House said the seizures didn't violate ceasefire terms.

  World

  Apr 22
• Iran war could push world into a food ‘catastrophe,’ UN agency warns

  If the U.S.-led war in Iran continues, the protracted conflict 'could trigger a cascade of effects similar to the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic crisis,' according to the FAO.

  Economy

  Apr 21
• Fewer Canadian firms were anticipating a recession before Iran war began

  This is the lowest level since the series began in 2023, also coming at a time when 'concerns around trade tensions and tariffs were at a peak.'

  Canada

  Apr 20
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• Oil prices rise along with Iran tensions, U.S. stocks ease off record rally

  The S&P 500 slipped 0.4 per cent from its all-time high and is on track for just its second drop in 14 days after the United States seized an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel.

  World

  Apr 20
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• Oil prices rise as U.S.-Iran standoff continues in Strait of Hormuz

  President Donald Trump said an Iranian-flagged cargo ship had been fired upon and seized when it tried to get around the U.S. blockade.

  World

  Apr 19