Iran and Oman are advancing a proposal to charge a service fee for using the Strait of Hormuz despite US opposition, raising fresh concerns over global shipping.

Iran, Oman push for Strait of Hormuz fee despite US opposition

The White House confirmed in a brief statement that the in-person talks were "ongoing," offering no further detail. Iranian state broadcaster IRIB had earlier reported that two rounds of talks had taken place and a third was expected.

Islamabad talks ongoing; Iran flags ‘excessive US demands’ as Hormuz dispute persists

Trump also criticised Tehran's handling of the vital waterway, saying Iran was doing a "very poor job" in allowing oil shipments through the strait, adding, "That is not the agreement we have."

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The Indian Navy has deployed two dedicated warship task forces to the Gulf region. These forces are providing a security corridor for tankers and merchant vessels as they exit the volatile Strait of Hormuz.

Indian Navy dispatches two warship task forces to escort tankers after Hormuz transit

The US president claimed that Iran wants to make a deal to end the conflict; however, it is unclear who is speaking for Iran. “We don’t know their leaders,” he said.

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Trump said the US gets less than 1 per cent of its oil from the Strait of Hormuz and repeated his demands for other countries to help America in reopening the Waterway. 

‘Numerous countries on the way’ to Hormuz: Trump claims Iran is reduced to ‘paper tiger’

The Strait of Hormuz closure has triggered a global energy crisis. Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea pipeline, while helpful, cannot compensate for the massive volume loss, leaving Asian markets facing shortages.

Saudi Arabia has offered alternative to Strait of Hormuz - but there's a problem

US President Donald Trump is seeking a global naval coalition to secure the Strait of Hormuz amid rising oil prices and Iranian blockades, yet major nations have declined, citing geopolitical risks and security.

Trump wants allies to join naval coalition to open Strait of Hormuz - but no one has agreed yet. Here's why

Rising tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and Bab-el-Mandeb threaten nearly 30% of global seaborne oil trade, raising fears of major disruptions to global energy supply and international shipping routes.

Hormuz and Bab-el-Mandeb crisis: Two chokepoints that could disrupt 30% of global oil trade

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has declined President Trump’s request to deploy Royal Navy warships to the Strait of Hormuz, reflecting international hesitation to join a US-led coalition amid escalating tensions with Iran.

After France, UK denies Trump’s call to join Hormuz naval coalition

Global oil prices surged past $100 per barrel as the US-Israel war with Iran entered its third week, raising fears of supply disruption through the Strait of Hormuz and triggering volatility in energy markets.

Oil prices cross $105 per barrel first time since Russia's Ukraine invasion

The ongoing conflict has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, halting nearly all commercial traffic and threatening global energy security. As asymmetric threats persist, international efforts to secure this vital artery remain critical to stabilising volatile global markets.

Trump wants to secure Strait of Hormuz: Is it possible?

With Tehran vowing severe retaliation, Trump has urgently called on allied nations to deploy warships to the Strait of Hormuz to prevent a global energy collapse.

'Secure the chokepoint': 7 countries that have ability to answer Trump’s call in Strait of Hormuz

Trump warned that drones, sea mines, and short-range missiles could still endanger commercial vessels, even after his claimed destruction of Iran’s military capacity.

Trump calls on China, France, UK & others to guard the Strait of Hormuz: How powerful are their navies?

After the war erupted in West Asia, the US and Israel targeted Iran’s infrastructure. Tehran retaliated by striking key facilities and targeting ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz, causing oil supply disruptions. The key question now is whether the US will force Iran to reopen the strait?

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The British Royal Navy has been ordered to protect all British flag vessels sailing in the Strait of Hormuz, But does it actually have the strength to do so?

Is British Royal Navy big enough to esscort all ships?