The International Monetary Fund warns of rising inflation and reduced economic growth if the Strait of Hormuz isn't opened soon.
Trump's blockade begins
13/04/2026 | 20 mins.
Donald Trump warns Iranian ships challenging his naval blockade will be taken out as he insists Tehran wants a deal 'very badly'.
US to blockade Strait of Hormuz
12/04/2026 | 20 mins.
Oil prices could soar even higher as Donald Trump announces a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz following the failure of peace talks over the weekend.
Israel and Lebanon to start ceasefire talks
09/04/2026 | 20 mins.
Israel agrees to start ceasefire talks with Lebanon, as its continued attacks on Hezbollah sites in the country strain the already fragile 2-day-old ceasefire in the Middle East.
Ceasefire fragile after Lebanon attacks
08/04/2026 | 20 mins.
Both sides are declaring victory but the Middle East ceasefire is now looking fragile with Israel launching waves of attacks on Hezbollah positions in Lebanon.
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