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US and Iran Harden Positions Over Strait of Hormuz

First article: 26 mar. 2026, 07:49 | Last update: 26 mar. 2026, 10:51 | 2 sources | 2 articles

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The US and Iran are locked in a tense standoff over the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global oil supply. Iran's continued control of the strait is a point of contention, with the US seeking to ensure freedom of navigation. The situation is further complicated by broader geopolitical issues and mutual distrust.

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Iran and US harden positions as Tehran keeps grip on Strait of Hormuz Foto: The Independent
The Independent 26 mar. 2026, 07:49 (3 hours ago) Excellent

Iran and US harden positions as Tehran keeps grip on Strait of Hormuz

Iran and the United States hardened their positions as diplomacy aimed at reaching a ceasefire in the war appeared to be faltering

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Euronews 26 mar. 2026, 10:51 (38 min ago)

Ships seek Iranian clearance to cross Hormuz as risks rise and insurance costs surge

Surging insurance costs and tighter control over transit in the Strait of Hormuz are forcing shipowners to rethink voyages, with access increasingly shaped by risk, cost and coordination.

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