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Hormuz, as long as the US naval blockade of Iran’s ports remains, [ramping up the pressure](/news/2026/4/29/irans-currency-falls-to-new-low-as-us-blockade-sanctions-impact-trade) on Iranian households. “But the Americans do not want to give any concessions. They started the naval
closed the strait of Hormuz, a [vital export route for oil from the Gulf](https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/apr/08/us-iran-ceasefire-mass-exodus-ships-strait-hormuz-analysts). The US and Iran last week agreed a two-week ceasefire, but talks on ending the war failed
impact the 38 percent of Americans who do not invest in the stock market. “The idea that the stock market is doing well does not reflect people’s experiences. There’s a saying that
close it and you won’t have a country. You won’t even make it back to your fucking country.” Trump also reiterated an earlier threat that the US would take over the strait
impact on radiological safety levels, local authorities said. The country's defence ministry said in a statement that investigations were under way "to determine the source of the attacks". It added that it remained "fully
Iran ends, that gas prices will "drop like a rock." It is unclear when the war will end, but even when it does and the Strait of Hormuz is reopened, gas prices could still remain
Iran over the weekend, the business body predicted lasting effects whatever the outcome. “Even if the current ceasefire soon signals the end of the conflict, the economic reverberations will be felt for many months
Strait of Hormuz, a critical passage for global energy shipments. Fuel costs surged by 78 percent to nearly $6.5bn in April, following a 26 percent jump in March, according to US Department of Transportation
impact intended targets”, with several drones shot down. The US military also shot down three attack drones that had been launched by Iran “towards civilian mariners that were rightfully transiting regional waters”, CENTCOM said
close to the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday, and Iran retaliated by hitting US military bases in the Gulf. The US military said it targeted communications and radar facilities. Iranian officials, however, said civilian infrastructure
Iran conflict. “We are hearing from cafes and restaurants around the country that they’ve seen a slowdown in what patrons are purchasing,” says Wes Lambert, chief executive of the Australian Restaurant & Cafe Association. “Unfortunately
close to the heavily armed frigate. “Following attempts to contact a British vessel in the channel, the Grigorovich fired warning shots. These were not aimed at the vessel and were an attempt to prevent
Hormuz. About 20% of the world's oil and liquefied natural gas normally passes through the strait, but it has been effectively closed since the war began. A ceasefire between the US/Israel and Iran that
closed or heavily restricted since the beginning of the US-Israel assault in February. Marles said the meeting had resolved to back “collective diplomatic, economic and military capabilities to support freedom of navigation through
impact of the Iran war bites,” said Peter Lewis, executive director of Essential Media. “This creates real challenges for the treasurer leading into the budget, but there is strong support for measures to review housing
Iran in late February, says [Denton Cinquegrana](https://www.opis.com/blog/post-author/denton-cinquegrana/), chief oil analyst at Dow Jones Energy. “For retail prices to drop $1.50, I think we could kiss that number goodbye for 2026,” he says
closed after the US-Israel war in Iran that “Russia remains the gravest threat to our security”. In a speech, the first sea lord said the 10 members of the Joint Expeditionary Force
closed down after being hit by air strikes. It also includes other manufacturers, retailers, import and export business, and the digital sector. "You can see it from the emptiness of the metro," posted one user
Strait of Hormuz are key sticking points that in recent days have threatened to rupture Pakistan’s mediation efforts. For the residents of Pakistan’s capital, the equation is simpler – if frustrating: They want
Hormuz is reopened.” Which means despite the IMF’s grim warnings, investors have “already decided that the risk of recession is receding”. [Sign up for the Breaking News Australia email](https://www.theguardian.com/email-newsletters?CMP=copyembed&CMP=emailbutton) Oliver