#Strait

Calls for humanitarian corridor through strait of Hormuz as Iran war hits vital aid

The volatility of global oil prices caused by the US and Israel’s war on Iran is taking a toll on the most vulnerable people, by slowing or blocking food and medical aid from reaching them.Now aid.

A free diver visited the Strait of Hormuz. Here's what he saw

Science

NPR Topics: Science•Apr 26

A free diver visited the Strait of Hormuz. Here's what he saw

Talks have stalled over the Iran war, which means hundreds of ships are still stuck on either end of the Strait of Hormuz, as both sides of the war blockade the waterway. Above water, it's dotted with beautiful rock outcroppings and banks that some call the Oman Fjords. He says all that marine life under the water could actually be a sign that things aren't going so well.

India•Times of India•Mar 12

Strait Of Hormuz Oil Supply: India gets safe passage amid attack on tankers: Iran allows ships through Strait of Hormuz after Jaishankar speaks to counterpart

Iran on Thursday allowed Indian-flagged vessels to pass safely through the Strait of Hormuz, even as maritime traffic through the strategic waterway has slowed sharply following the US-Israel strikes on Iran, according to a report in The Economic Times. Despite allowing Indian-flagged vessels to pass, Iran has warned that ships seeking to transit the Strait of Hormuz must obtain its approval, failing which they could be targeted. Meanwhile, the US Department of Energy said it plans to release 172 million barrels from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve starting next week, as oil markets react to volatility triggered by the conflict and fears of supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz.

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Business•mint - news•Mar 11

US-Iran war: What’s at risk if Strait of Hormuz closes amid West Asia conflict? UN warns... | Today News

The ongoing war between US-Israel and Iran has almost brought tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz to a standstill, causing sharp swings in oil prices and underlining how crucial the narrow waterway is for global energy supplies, reported AP . 3 million barrels per day of crude oil transported through the Strait were bound for Asian markets, while only 16% was destined for Europe and other regions. Around one-third of the global seaborne fertiliser trade, about 16 million tonnes annually, also passes through the waterway, UNCTAD said.

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