Six months into the US-Iran war, Hormuz transits have collapsed from 100-plus ships a day to just five. Iran-Oman talks now test Trump’s blockade.
Tag: Strait of Hormuz
Earth Changes Aug 27, 2026Iran Says Hormuz Deal Reached with Oman; Strait Shut Until US Bends
Iran’s IRGC says a Hormuz pact with Oman is done, but the strait stays shut unless Washington accepts Tehran’s terms — now Congress eyes Chinese banks.
Earth Changes Aug 26, 2026IRGC: Hormuz ‘Will Remain Closed’ Unless US Accepts Deal
IRGC: a month-old Oman revenue deal can reopen Hormuz — if the US stops ‘obstructing.’ Washington pauses strikes as Trump claims ‘very big victory.’
Earth Changes Aug 26, 2026Hormuz Corridor Plan Emerges as U.S. Eyes ‘Economic D-Day’ on Iran
Iran and Oman prepare a temporary Hormuz shipping lane if the U.S. lifts its blockade, while Washington shifts to sanctions and oil prices dip.
Earth Changes Aug 26, 2026Trump Declares Hormuz Demined as Rubio Pauses Strikes for Sanctions
Trump declares Hormuz demined and warns Iran as Rubio pauses U.S. strikes and pivots to sanctions. Tehran promises a two-year plan.
Earth Changes Aug 25, 2026New Hormuz Tanker Strike as Iran and Oman Near Shipping Deal
Iran and Oman edge toward a Hormuz shipping deal as a fresh tanker strike and a U.S. “economic war” test Tehran’s resolve.
Earth Changes Aug 25, 2026Hormuz Crossings Hit 3-Month Low of 1 Ship as US Threatens Strikes
Hormuz crossings hit a 3-month low of one ship as Washington expands sanctions and dangles more strikes; China warns of ‘spillover risks.’
Breaking News Aug 25, 2026Record-Low Rial as US Unveils Sweeping Iran Sanctions
Treasury Secretary Bessent says new sanctions target all Iran revenue sources; rial hits record low of 2.02 million per dollar.