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India is kicking Trump's ass on Iran war, getting tankers through Strait of Hormuz

  • India touts diplomacy with Iran as ships resume Hormuz crossings
Eamonn Sheridan
15/03/2026 | 20:36 GMT
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Eamonn Sheridan
15/03/2026 | 20:36 GMT
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Trump ask China and others for help in opening Strait of Hormuz

  • This is a mess
Adam Button
14/03/2026 | 16:52 GMT
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Adam Button
14/03/2026 | 16:52 GMT
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The Pentagon is moving additional warships to the Middle East

  • Is that a sign of a longer conflict?
Adam Button
13/03/2026 | 15:36 GMT
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13/03/2026 | 15:36 GMT
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Poor US decision-making process underestimated Iran’s willingness to disrupt Hormuz

  • Officials say U.S. planning underestimated Iran’s willingness to disrupt the Strait of Hormuz, exposing weaknesses in the administration’s decision-making process.
Eamonn Sheridan
13/03/2026 | 01:30 GMT
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Eamonn Sheridan
13/03/2026 | 01:30 GMT
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Australia to release 762 million litres of fuel after easing stockpile rules

  • The move highlights Australia’s vulnerability to global fuel supply shocks and could help ease short-term shortages, though longer-term fuel availability will depend on stability in global oil shipping routes.
Eamonn Sheridan
13/03/2026 | 00:29 GMT
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Eamonn Sheridan
13/03/2026 | 00:29 GMT
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US grants temporary license allowing sale of Russian oil cargoes already loaded (oil TACO)

  • The license helps avoid logistical disruptions in oil shipping by allowing previously loaded Russian cargoes to be sold, reducing the risk of stranded tankers and smoothing near-term crude supply flows.
Eamonn Sheridan
12/03/2026 | 23:44 GMT
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Eamonn Sheridan
12/03/2026 | 23:44 GMT
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Five pipelines that can bypass the Strait of Hormuz. But not replace it.

  • The limited capacity of Hormuz bypass pipelines means any prolonged disruption to Gulf shipping could significantly tighten global oil supply and amplify volatility in energy markets.
Eamonn Sheridan
12/03/2026 | 23:28 GMT
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Eamonn Sheridan
12/03/2026 | 23:28 GMT
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Asia’s refineries built for Gulf crude, making Hormuz disruption hard to replace

  • A prolonged disruption to Gulf crude flows could tighten fuel supply in Asia and support oil prices, as refiners struggle to quickly replace the medium-sour barrels they are configured to process.
Eamonn Sheridan
12/03/2026 | 22:53 GMT
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Eamonn Sheridan
12/03/2026 | 22:53 GMT
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Iran says it will not close Strait of Hormuz but asserts right to secure waterway

  • The comments may slightly ease immediate oil-supply fears, but markets will likely remain cautious given ongoing attacks on shipping and the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz.
Eamonn Sheridan
12/03/2026 | 22:20 GMT
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Eamonn Sheridan
12/03/2026 | 22:20 GMT
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More from Bessent, says we know Iran has not mined the Strait of Hormuz

  • Bessent seems to be cosplaying a military man
Eamonn Sheridan
12/03/2026 | 21:24 GMT
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Eamonn Sheridan
12/03/2026 | 21:24 GMT
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Israeli officials say Iran’s regime unlikely to fall soon despite war pressure

  • If the conflict becomes a prolonged campaign focused on degrading Iran’s military rather than rapid regime change, geopolitical risk could remain elevated for longer, supporting oil prices, safe-haven demand and volatility in Gulf shipping routes.
Eamonn Sheridan
12/03/2026 | 21:09 GMT
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Eamonn Sheridan
12/03/2026 | 21:09 GMT
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Iran says its not going close Strait of Hormuz

  • Iran’s UN envoy: We are not going to close Strait of Hormuz but it is our right to preserve ‘peace and security’ in the waterway
Eamonn Sheridan
12/03/2026 | 20:15 GMT
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12/03/2026 | 20:15 GMT
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Iran's Foreign Minister spokesman: Many ships can still pass through the Strait of Hormuz

  • Iranian Foreign Minister speaking through spokesperson
Greg Michalowski
12/03/2026 | 16:48 GMT
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Greg Michalowski
12/03/2026 | 16:48 GMT
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Britain's Defence Secretary says Iran is likely laying mines in Strait of Hormuz

  • Healey also calls for de-escalation
Adam Button
12/03/2026 | 15:11 GMT
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12/03/2026 | 15:11 GMT
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US stock markets fall further as crude tests the highs of the day

  • Highs for oil, lows for stock markets
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12/03/2026 | 14:51 GMT
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