Strait of Hormuz

June 23, 2025 9:14 AM

Iran Parliament Approves Strait of Hormuz Closure Following U.S. Nuclear Strikes as Global Energy Crisis Looms

Iran’s parliament has unanimously approved a dramatic proposal to close the Strait of Hormuz—the world’s most critical oil and gas shipping route—in direct retaliation for U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities at Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan. While the decision signals a potentially catastrophic escalation with global repercussions, final authority to implement the closure lies with Iran's Supreme National Security Council, which has not yet issued a formal order. U.S. Secretary ...

June 18, 2025 3:39 PM

The Strait of Hormuz: The Oil Artery at the Heart of the Iran-Israel Conflict

One of the world’s most critical oil chokepoints, the Strait of Hormuz is central to discussions and analyses focused on the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict. Located between Oman and Iran, the strait connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea. It is deep and wide enough to accommodate the world’s largest crude oil tankers, making it a vital artery at risk of disruption as tensions between Iran and Israel escalate. Although Iran has threatened to close the strait in the ...

June 13, 2025 3:22 PM

Shadow of War Falls Over Strait of Hormuz After Israel Strikes Iran

Israel launched widescale strikes against Iran on Friday, saying it targeted nuclear facilities, ballistic missile factories and military commanders during the start of a prolonged operation to prevent Tehran from building an atomic weapon. Iran, which has denied such intentions, has in the past threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz for traffic in retaliation to Western pressure. Experts have said that any closure of the strait could restrict trade and impact global oil prices. Below are de...

October 4, 2024 4:27 PM

Israel-Iran conflict will not significantly impact India’s crude oil imports

The ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran is unlikely to have a significant impact on India's crude oil imports, as analysts point out that India sources only a negligible volume of oil from Iran. The country currently imports oil from around 40 nations, including major suppliers like Russia, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Abu Dhabi, and the USA, allowing India to effectively manage its supply needs. However, the geopolitical tensions between Israel and Iran could lead to increased price volatility in...