What Is the Strait of Hormuz and Why Does It Matter?

What is the Strait of Hormuz and why does it matter?

Iran says it will "set fire" to ships trying to sail through the world's most vital oil transit point.

Saudi Aramco: Strait of Hormuz crisis amid Iran war: Saudi's Aramco CEO warns of 'catastrophic consequences' for oil markets - The Times of India

Saudi Aramco warns that ongoing conflict in the Strait of Hormuz could lead to catastrophic consequences for global oil markets, citing already low inventories and potential impacts on various industries. The company confirmed a small fire at its Ras Tanura Refinery following an attack, which has since been brought under control.

Trump Threatens To Take Over Strait Of Hormuz If Iran Tries "Anything Cute"

US President Donald Trump has threatened to take over the strategically critical Strait of Hormuz if Iran tries anything "cute" and attacks more American and Israeli targets in the Middle East.

Oil plunges 10% as Trump warns to hit Iran 'twenty times harder' if it blockades Strait of Hormuz

Oil prices plunged after Trump warned that Tehran would be hit "twenty times harder" if it attempted to halt oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz.

Macron orders ‘unprecedented’ naval deployment to Strait of Hormuz

France’s President Emmanuel Macron has ordered an “unprecedented” naval deployment in the Middle East to reopen the Strait of Hormuz . France will deploy...

Turkey's Erdogan has tough, no-nonsense reputation - and his message on Iran war is clear

Tensions are high between the neighbouring countries, after a second ballistic missile fired from Iran to Turkey was intercepted by NATO defences.