Oil prices surge more than USD 100 per barrel as Trump announces naval blockade of Strait of Hormuz

Apr 13, 2026

Oil prices rose sharply on Monday morning after United States President Donald Trump announced a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

"We have complete control": Trump on blockade against Iran

Apr 24, 2026

US President Donald Trump on Thursday (local time) said that the United States has full control over its blockade measures against Iran, calling them...

"They'd like to make a deal very badly": Trump claims Iran reached out after US imposes naval blockade

Apr 13, 2026

US President Donald Trump stated that Iran called to "make a deal very badly" following a US naval blockade. Despite failed talks in Pakistan...

"We may put it back": Trump suggests imposing naval blockade back on Iran

Jul 08, 2026

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday suggested that Washington could reimpose its naval blockade on Iran, following a series of attacks on commercial vessels...

Global crude oil prices reach highest in a month as West Asia simmers

Jul 14, 2026

The critical Strait of Hormuz is again in the spotlight with US President Donald Trump bringing back the blockade of the strait and threatening...

Trump warns Iran, "Better get smart soon"; posts picture with gun and slogan 'No more Mr. Nice Guy'

Apr 29, 2026

US President Donald Trump warned Tehran on Truth Social that "Iran can't get their act together" regarding nuclear negotiations. Asserting "No more Mr. Nice...