IEA signals readiness for further oil release as Iran war disrupts supply
Sydney — The International Energy Agency is consulting governments in Asia and Europe on the potential release of additional emergency
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Strait of Hormuz
Gulf infrastructure at risk as Iran warns of retaliation over U.S. ultimatum
Tel Aviv — Iran warned on Monday it would target energy, water and technology infrastructure across Gulf states if the
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Energy brinkmanship intensifies as U.S., Iran widen conflict targets
Dubai— U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to strike Iranian power plants if Tehran does not reopen the Strait of Hormuz
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Japan weighs Hormuz minesweeping role if ceasefire materialises
Tokyo — Japan could consider deploying its military for minesweeping operations in the Strait of Hormuz if a ceasefire is
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Analysis points to U.S.-operated Patriot in Bahrain blast as questions persist over March 9 incident
“A single interceptor meant to shield the skies has ignited deeper questions about precision, accountability, and the hidden costs of
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Trump, Iran escalate threats over Gulf energy assets as conflict widens
Tel Aviv— U.S. President Donald Trump and Iran exchanged threats on Sunday to target energy infrastructure in the Gulf, raising
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Hormuz transit restricted for ‘enemy-linked’ vessels, Iran says amid rising tensions
Dubai— Iran said the Strait of Hormuz remains open to international shipping except for vessels linked to what it described
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Japan weighs Hormuz minesweeping role contingent on ceasefire
Tokyo — Japan could consider deploying its Self-Defense Forces for minesweeping operations in the Strait of Hormuz if a ceasefire
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Trump issues 48-hour ultimatum to Iran over Hormuz blockade, threatens strikes on power plants
Washington— U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday threatened to strike Iran’s power plants if Tehran does not reopen the Strait
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China balances energy security and diplomacy as Iran crisis roils global oil routes
BEIJING, March 5 — Xi Jinping’s government is prioritizing energy security and diplomatic stability over direct support for Iran after
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