What do we know about sea mines in and around the Strait of Hormuz?
The psychological terror that the presence of sea mines can generate could paralyse the Strait of Hormuz.
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Why an attack on Bushehr nuclear plant would be catastrophic for the Gulf
The US and Israel have repeatedly hit the plant, raising risks of radioactive contamination far beyond Iran’s borders.
Oman, Iran discuss smooth transit in Strait of Hormuz, Muscat says
The talks focus on a ‘smooth passage’ through the Strait of Hormuz, as Tehran effectively blocks the vital waterway.
From: This is America
Hormuz on edge: Trump’s Iran strategy under strain
US seeks Iran war exit without losing Hormuz control; Trump urges others to reopen it as US gas prices surge
Published On 3 Apr 2026
GCC chief urges UN to halt Iranian attacks, protect Gulf waterways
Jassim al-Budaiwi calls on UN Security Council to guarantee ‘uninterrupted navigation through all strategic waterways’.
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War on Iran: Washington’s history of making other nations pay for conflicts
White House says Trump could ask Arab nations to bear the cost of the Iran war.
Iran’s IRGC claims attacks on UAE, Bahrain aluminium facilities
Iran targets Aluminium Bahrain, Emirates Global Aluminium in retaliation for US-Israeli attacks on its infrastructure.
Iran warns neighbours not to let ‘enemies run the war’ from their land
President Pezeshkian’s warning is the latest by Tehran to neighbours not to allow their territory to be used in the war.
From: Inside Story
How important are the Gulf economies to the world?
Impact of US-Israeli war on Iran poses serious risks beyond energy sector.
Published On 27 Mar 2026
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Saudi, UAE, Iraq: Can three pipelines help oil escape Strait of Hormuz?
Countries in the Middle East have ramped up oil exports via pipelines to bridge the Strait of Hormuz gap.
From: NewsFeed
Video: Storms wash away vehicles and flood homes across Middle East
Vehicles were washed away in floods in Oman and homes were flooded in Syria as storms brought floods across the region.
Published On 26 Mar 2026