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Strait of Hormuz 'faultline' exposes weakness of the US-Iran deal
Control of the waterway has become a key point of contention between the US and Iran, as a ceasefire deal falters.
July 14, 2026Trump scraps threat of 20% fee on Hormuz cargo as US prepares to resume blockade of Iran ports
Trump drops a 24-hour-old vow to charge cargo ships for using the Strait as the US continues its battle to break Iran's hold on the waterway.
July 14, 2026EU bans gold imports from Sudan to curb money financing the war
The ban also restricts exports of mercury and cyanide to Sudan, chemicals widely used in gold mining.
July 14, 2026US makes it easier to export certain military items, AI chips and commercial satellites to the UAE - Reuters
US makes it easier to export certain military items, AI chips and commercial satellites to the UAE Reuters
July 10, 2026Middle East producers push on with oil and LNG loadings despite ship attacks - Reuters
Middle East producers push on with oil and LNG loadings despite ship attacks Reuters
June 29, 2026Traffic through Strait of Hormuz slows after attack on ship - Reuters
Traffic through Strait of Hormuz slows after attack on ship Reuters
June 26, 2026Run records & miserly Aussies - what we've learned from T20 World Cup
Standout trends from the Women's T20 World Cup, including run-scoring records, curious tactics and more scoops than ever.
June 24, 2026Global physical crude markets mired in discounts as Middle East ramps up supply - Reuters
Global physical crude markets mired in discounts as Middle East ramps up supply Reuters
June 24, 2026Oil extends slide on expectations of smoother crude flows via Hormuz - Reuters
Oil extends slide on expectations of smoother crude flows via Hormuz Reuters
June 24, 2026Shipping slows after Iran says it has again shut the Strait of Hormuz - Reuters
Shipping slows after Iran says it has again shut the Strait of Hormuz Reuters
June 21, 2026Trump says no toll on Strait of Hormuz unless US imposes one - Reuters
Trump says no toll on Strait of Hormuz unless US imposes one Reuters
June 20, 2026Gulf airlines get back to business as flights near pre-war levels - Reuters
Gulf airlines get back to business as flights near pre-war levels Reuters
June 19, 2026Nasdaq and S&P 500 slip while Dow hits record close - Reuters
Nasdaq and S&P 500 slip while Dow hits record close Reuters
June 16, 2026US-Iran deal may not bring quick relief for auto shops - Reuters
US-Iran deal may not bring quick relief for auto shops Reuters
June 16, 2026How could the US-Iran deal affect oil prices and the cost of food?
Experts warn the impact of the war will continue to affect the global economy for months to come.
June 15, 2026Watch: What does the US-Iran deal to end war mean for Lebanon and Israel?
It's not clear if the deal means the Israelis will pause their offensive in Lebanon, BBC international editor Jeremy Bowen reports.
June 15, 2026UK approves Novo weight-loss pill to edge open European market - Reuters
UK approves Novo weight-loss pill to edge open European market Reuters
June 11, 2026Once an Arab oil embargo victim, US becomes world's top oil exporter - Reuters
Once an Arab oil embargo victim, US becomes world's top oil exporter Reuters
June 11, 2026IMF warns Nigeria of risks in $5 billion swap deal with UAE lender - Reuters
IMF warns Nigeria of risks in $5 billion swap deal with UAE lender Reuters
June 9, 2026Bowen: Trump and Netanyahu wanted to reshape the Middle East - now they risk a permacrisis
The US and Israeli leaders have lost control of the consequences after miscalculating the Iran war.
June 9, 2026Tech Life
Check before check-in. What's behind a new safety campaign about power banks on aircraft?
June 9, 2026ADNOC eyeing Canada upstream and LNG opportunities via XRG arm, executive says - Reuters
ADNOC eyeing Canada upstream and LNG opportunities via XRG arm, executive says Reuters
June 9, 2026Watch: Trump tells BBC Netanyahu did not defy him
In a call with the US president, the BBC’s Sarah Smith asked Trump about the war in Iran and his relationship with the Israeli leader.
June 8, 2026Etihad Airways orders widebody planes, sees return to pre-war capacity in June - Reuters
Etihad Airways orders widebody planes, sees return to pre-war capacity in June Reuters
June 7, 2026Rights group accuses UAE of being transit point for mercenaries on way to Sudan
The United Arab Emirates has denied any involvement in the civil war and says it investigates alleged links.
May 26, 2026New UAE oil pipeline bypassing Hormuz 50% complete ahead of 2027 start - Reuters
New UAE oil pipeline bypassing Hormuz 50% complete ahead of 2027 start Reuters
May 20, 2026India signs agreements with UAE on defence, energy during Modi visit - Reuters
India signs agreements with UAE on defence, energy during Modi visit Reuters
May 15, 2026BlackRock's GIP teams up with Temasek, Abu Dhabi heavyweights to target $30 bln in infrastructure deals - Reuters
BlackRock's GIP teams up with Temasek, Abu Dhabi heavyweights to target $30 bln in infrastructure deals Reuters
May 14, 2026Netanyahu held secret meeting with Emirati president in the UAE during Iran war, PM's office says - Reuters
Netanyahu held secret meeting with Emirati president in the UAE during Iran war, PM's office says Reuters
May 13, 2026Two more crude oil tankers exit Strait of Hormuz with trackers switched off, data shows - Reuters
Two more crude oil tankers exit Strait of Hormuz with trackers switched off, data shows Reuters
May 10, 2026Qatar says cargo vessel coming from Abu Dhabi attacked in its waters - Reuters
Qatar says cargo vessel coming from Abu Dhabi attacked in its waters Reuters
May 10, 2026Trump pauses Hormuz plan 50 hours after he announced it - what happened?
The US president pauses the military operation to get ships through the Strait of Hormuz two days after he announced it.
May 6, 2026US strikes Iranian fast boats as Iran attacks UAE oil facility
Shipping company Maersk says one of its US-flagged commercial vessels has successfully exited the Strait of Hormuz under US military protection.
May 5, 2026Britain condemns Iranian strikes on the United Arab Emirates - Reuters
Britain condemns Iranian strikes on the United Arab Emirates Reuters
May 4, 2026OPEC+ set for another oil output quota hike despite Hormuz closure, sources say - Reuters
OPEC+ set for another oil output quota hike despite Hormuz closure, sources say Reuters
May 2, 2026Russia says OPEC+ will continue after UAE exit, no price war expected - Reuters
Russia says OPEC+ will continue after UAE exit, no price war expected Reuters
April 30, 2026Russia to remain in OPEC+, hopes UAE exit does not spell end of group - Reuters
Russia to remain in OPEC+, hopes UAE exit does not spell end of group Reuters
April 29, 2026United Arab Emirates to quit oil cartel Opec
The UAE leaving Opec is seen as a major blow and potential death knell for the oil cartel.
April 28, 2026UAE's ADNOC to invest tens of billions to build US gas business, FT reports - Reuters
UAE's ADNOC to invest tens of billions to build US gas business, FT reports Reuters
April 28, 2026Bessent says Gulf, Asian allies request swap lines, UAE and US would benefit from one - Reuters
Bessent says Gulf, Asian allies request swap lines, UAE and US would benefit from one Reuters
April 22, 2026Phone tracking shows how Colombian mercenaries backed Sudan's RSF - report
The Conflict Insights Group (CIG) says its research also shows the extent of UAE involvement.
April 22, 2026Shipping traffic through Hormuz still largely halted - Reuters
Shipping traffic through Hormuz still largely halted Reuters
April 21, 2026Oil claws back losses as Strait of Hormuz is closed again - Reuters
Oil claws back losses as Strait of Hormuz is closed again Reuters
April 19, 2026More than 15 countries planning to facilitate Strait of Hormuz access, Macron says - Reuters
More than 15 countries planning to facilitate Strait of Hormuz access, Macron says Reuters
April 8, 2026OPEC+ likely to weigh further oil output hike on Sunday, sources say - Reuters
OPEC+ likely to weigh further oil output hike on Sunday, sources say Reuters
April 2, 2026Airline Emirates says Iranian nationals barred from entering or transiting UAE - Reuters
Airline Emirates says Iranian nationals barred from entering or transiting UAE Reuters
April 1, 2026Countries need to step up on Strait of Hormuz, says Hegseth - Reuters
Countries need to step up on Strait of Hormuz, says Hegseth Reuters
March 31, 2026Emirates Global Aluminium reports 'significant damage' from Iranian strikes - Reuters
Emirates Global Aluminium reports 'significant damage' from Iranian strikes Reuters
March 28, 2026Why is it so hard to pass through the Strait of Hormuz?
Paul Adams explains why it is so dangerous to navigate the strait, one of the world's busiest oil shipping channels.
March 27, 2026ADNOC CEO calls any Iran curbs on Hormuz passage 'economic terrorism' - Reuters
ADNOC CEO calls any Iran curbs on Hormuz passage 'economic terrorism' Reuters
March 26, 2026Nearly 100 ships pass the Hormuz Strait - who is getting through?
Just under 100 ships have passed thorough the Strait of Hormuz since the start of March, according to data analysed by BBC Verify.
March 20, 2026US approves $7 billion more in weapons for UAE, WSJ reports - Reuters
US approves $7 billion more in weapons for UAE, WSJ reports Reuters
March 20, 2026India seeks passage for more vessels stranded around Strait of Hormuz after a few sail through - Reuters
India seeks passage for more vessels stranded around Strait of Hormuz after a few sail through Reuters
March 14, 2026Emirati minister tells BBC Iran must end strikes on Gulf
The UAE says more than 1,800 drones and missiles have been projected at the country since the war began.
March 12, 2026Thailand says 3 crew missing after ship hit by projectiles in Strait of Hormuz - Reuters
Thailand says 3 crew missing after ship hit by projectiles in Strait of Hormuz Reuters
March 11, 2026Cargo ship hit by projectile in Strait of Hormuz, crew evacuates - Reuters
Cargo ship hit by projectile in Strait of Hormuz, crew evacuates Reuters
March 11, 2026Iran defies Trump, elevates Khamenei's son Mojtaba as successor - Reuters
Iran defies Trump, elevates Khamenei's son Mojtaba as successor Reuters
March 8, 2026Australia weighing requests for assistance from countries attacked by Iran - Reuters
Australia weighing requests for assistance from countries attacked by Iran Reuters
March 8, 2026Watch: Huge flames in Tehran after air strikes on oil depots
Social media footage shows flames leaping into the air and plumes of smoke above the city's skyline.
March 8, 2026Trump rejects settling Iran war as Tehran nears decision on new leader - Reuters
Trump rejects settling Iran war as Tehran nears decision on new leader Reuters
March 8, 2026Exclusive: Saudi has told Iran not to attack it, warns of possible retaliation, sources say - Reuters
Exclusive: Saudi has told Iran not to attack it, warns of possible retaliation, sources say Reuters
March 7, 2026UAE president says country is well and is no easy prey in first public comments since Iran strikes - Reuters
UAE president says country is well and is no easy prey in first public comments since Iran strikes Reuters
March 7, 2026Thousands of Americans evacuated from Middle East on charter flights, State Department says - Reuters
Thousands of Americans evacuated from Middle East on charter flights, State Department says Reuters
March 7, 2026Iran will continue to defend itself against aggression, ambassador to UK says
Seyed Ali Mousavi tells Laura Kuenssberg Iran's response depends on the actions of the US and Israel.
March 7, 2026Kuwait declares force majeure, cuts crude oil output due to Middle East conflict - Reuters
Kuwait declares force majeure, cuts crude oil output due to Middle East conflict Reuters
March 7, 2026Trump says Iran will be 'hit very hard' on Saturday - Reuters
Trump says Iran will be 'hit very hard' on Saturday Reuters
March 7, 2026Iran to suspend strikes on neighbours unless attacks come from them - Reuters
Iran to suspend strikes on neighbours unless attacks come from them Reuters
March 7, 2026Canada's Mark Carney tries to strike a balance on Iran
The Iran war is posing a test for the Canadian prime minister's "pragmatic but principled" approach to world affairs.
March 7, 2026Trump demands 'unconditional surrender' from Iran as Putin speaks with Iran's president
The president also calls on Tehran to pick new leaders who are "acceptable" to the White House after six days of war.
March 7, 2026'Most of my pension has gone on home heating oil'
Rising heating oil prices are hitting Northern Ireland harder than the rest of the UK - here's everything you need to know.
March 7, 2026Pakistan raises retail fuel prices by about 20% due to Middle East tension - Reuters
Pakistan raises retail fuel prices by about 20% due to Middle East tension Reuters
March 6, 2026Oil price at two-year high after Qatar warns all Gulf production could stop within days
Energy Minister Saad al-Kaabi says oil could hit $150 a barrel if the Iran conflict continues over the coming weeks.
March 6, 2026Beirut evacuees 'sleeping in tents and cars'
Some residents in the Beirut suburb of Dahieh have left their homes amid ongoing air strikes by Israel.
March 6, 2026Watch: How war in Iran may affect food and fuel prices
The BBC's Nick Marsh examines how unrest in the Middle East will impact living costs around the world.
March 6, 2026Iran war: See how tanker traffic collapsed in the Strait of Hormuz - Reuters
Iran war: See how tanker traffic collapsed in the Strait of Hormuz Reuters
March 6, 2026Iran's high-risk war strategy seems to centre on endurance and deterrence
Tehran's approach appears to rest on a belief it can absorb strikes longer than its adversaries sustain pain and costs, writes BBC Persian's Amir Azimi.
March 5, 2026US asked Ukraine for help fighting Iranian drones, Zelensky says
Ukraine's president says Kyiv will only help if doing so does not deplete its own air defences.
March 5, 2026See tanker traffic in the Strait of Hormuz come to a standstill - Reuters
See tanker traffic in the Strait of Hormuz come to a standstill Reuters
March 5, 2026Timelapse shows change in the flow of ships in the Strait of Hormuz
A timelapse of marine traffic shows the flow of ships has decreased in the Strait of Hormuz.
March 5, 2026Iran war threatens Asia fertiliser supplies ahead of planting season - Reuters
Iran war threatens Asia fertiliser supplies ahead of planting season Reuters
March 5, 2026How depleted weapons stockpiles could affect the Iran conflict
Weapons stocks will not alone decide the outcome of this conflict, but it's certainly a significant factor, writes the BBC's Jonathan Beale.
March 4, 2026'Every day feels like a month': Iranians describe life under 'constant' US-Israeli strikes
Iranians are coping with daily strikes, internet blackouts, and security crackdowns - all while trying to stay in touch with loved ones.
March 4, 2026China to send envoy to Middle East for mediation, foreign minister says - Reuters
China to send envoy to Middle East for mediation, foreign minister says Reuters
March 4, 2026Remote work, offices shut: Tech giants scramble to respond as Iran war escalates
The region has been positioning itself as an AI hub, following billions of dollars in investment by tech giants.
March 4, 2026Iran: Strait of Hormuz, US allies and prediction markets - Reuters
Iran: Strait of Hormuz, US allies and prediction markets Reuters
March 3, 2026France sending aircraft carrier to Mediterranean, Macron says - Reuters
France sending aircraft carrier to Mediterranean, Macron says Reuters
March 3, 2026US considering oil tanker insurance support to ease Middle East crude shipments, sources say - Reuters
US considering oil tanker insurance support to ease Middle East crude shipments, sources say Reuters
March 3, 2026US nationals urged to leave Middle East as conflict spreads
The US State Department says Americans should "depart now via commercial means" as strikes continue.
March 3, 2026Trump says US war supplies mean it can fight 'forever' - Reuters
Trump says US war supplies mean it can fight 'forever' Reuters
March 3, 2026Six US soldiers killed in Iranian strike on Kuwait base
The US defence secretary confirms a US military base was hit by an Iranian missile on Sunday.
March 3, 2026Indian basmati held up at ports and in transit as Iran war halts new deals - Reuters
Indian basmati held up at ports and in transit as Iran war halts new deals Reuters
March 3, 2026India File: Iran conflict threatens sweet-spot economy - Reuters
India File: Iran conflict threatens sweet-spot economy Reuters
March 3, 2026Qatar LNG, Saudi refinery, Israeli oil, gas fields down due to Mideast strikes - Reuters
Qatar LNG, Saudi refinery, Israeli oil, gas fields down due to Mideast strikes Reuters
March 2, 2026Amazon's AWS reports outage after UAE data center struck by 'objects' - Reuters
Amazon's AWS reports outage after UAE data center struck by 'objects' Reuters
March 2, 2026Oil prices rise after ships attacked near Strait of Hormuz
Experts have warned that a prolonged conflict could push global energy prices even higher.
March 2, 2026Kidnapping of foreigners soars in Africa's lawless Sahel region
Growing insecurity in the Sahel made 2025 one of the worst years on record for the abduction of foreigners in Africa.
March 2, 2026Watch: Retaliations continue on day two of US-Israel attacks on Iran
Donald Trump warned of more US deaths after three US service members have been killed in action on the second day of US-Israel attack on Iran.
March 1, 2026Amazon's cloud unit reports fire after objects hit UAE data center - Reuters
Amazon's cloud unit reports fire after objects hit UAE data center Reuters
March 1, 2026Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei killed, senior Israeli official says - Reuters
Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei killed, senior Israeli official says Reuters
February 28, 2026Iran retaliation raises questions about US air defences
Iran's strike on US Navy base in Bahrain will worry Washington and its allies in the region.
February 28, 2026ADNOC says operations continuing without interruption - Reuters
ADNOC says operations continuing without interruption Reuters
February 28, 2026What we know about the joint US-Israel attack on Iran
Iran has retaliated with a missile barrage towards Israel, while explosions have been heard in Qatar, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.
February 28, 2026Iran says it has hit US base in Bahrain, as it launches strikes across region
Huge plumes of black smoke were seen rising from an area near the headquarters of the US Navy's Fifth Fleet in Manama, Bahrain.
February 28, 2026Watch: Smoke rises in Tehran as explosions heard across country
The BBC's Jon Donnison in Jerusalem reports as Trump says "major combat operations" have begun.
February 28, 2026US and Israel launch "pre-emptive" attack against Iran - Reuters
US and Israel launch "pre-emptive" attack against Iran Reuters
February 28, 2026Spanish opposition calls for disgraced ex-monarch to return from exile
The 88-year-old Juan Carlos should spend his last years in dignity, the leader of Spain's main opposition party says.
February 27, 2026OPEC+ to consider 137,000 bpd oil output increase for April, sources say - Reuters
OPEC+ to consider 137,000 bpd oil output increase for April, sources say Reuters
February 25, 2026Australia tells families of diplomats to leave Israel, Lebanon - Reuters
Australia tells families of diplomats to leave Israel, Lebanon Reuters
February 25, 2026US ambassador's Israel comments condemned by Arab and Muslim nations
Mike Huckabee suggested Israel would be justified in taking much of the Middle East on Biblical grounds.
February 22, 2026US envoy's remarks on Israel and Middle East land draw condemnation in region - Reuters
US envoy's remarks on Israel and Middle East land draw condemnation in region Reuters
February 22, 2026UAE foils cyber attacks, state news agency says - Reuters
UAE foils cyber attacks, state news agency says Reuters
February 21, 2026