Iran targets ships in Strait of Hormuz, raising global energy fears
The Persian Gulf energy crunch deepened on Wednesday as the U.S. and Israel launched new strikes on Iranian targets. Iran retaliated across the region and effectively shut down the vital Strait of Hormuz, prompting countries around the world to take unprecedented steps to keep oil flowing.
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3 developments- Mar 10Live updates: Iran warns it will blockade oil until attacks end as Trump threatens
- Mar 12Iran targets ships in Strait of Hormuz, raising global energy fears
- Mar 13Iran war has blocked the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil choke point. Reopening it is a big challenge
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Fear of Iranian mines in the Strait of Hormuz could further slow the flow of oil
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