Persian Gulf, Iran
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Oil prices ease as US pauses Project Freedom to seek deal with Iran
President Donald Trump raised hopes of an agreement between the US and Iran after days of escalation.
May 6, 2026Oil rises over $1 with no sign of Iran conflict ending - Reuters
Oil rises over $1 with no sign of Iran conflict ending Reuters
April 30, 2026Iran Strait of Hormuz warning adds to shipping uncertainty
Only a few vessels have crossed the strait since the US-Iran ceasefire deal, according to BBC Verify analysis.
April 8, 2026What do Trump's latest comments on leaving Nato mean for the alliance?
Trump has criticised Nato members for showing a lack of support for US objectives in Iran.
April 1, 2026World faces largest-ever oil supply disruption on Middle East war, IEA says - Reuters
World faces largest-ever oil supply disruption on Middle East war, IEA says Reuters
March 12, 2026US to reinsure maritime losses in Gulf up to about $20 billion, agency says - Reuters
US to reinsure maritime losses in Gulf up to about $20 billion, agency says Reuters
March 6, 2026US-Israel war with Iran sends shockwaves through global business - Reuters
US-Israel war with Iran sends shockwaves through global business Reuters
March 6, 2026Iran war threatens Asia fertiliser supplies ahead of planting season - Reuters
Iran war threatens Asia fertiliser supplies ahead of planting season Reuters
March 5, 2026Will petrol and diesel prices go up now?
If oil prices remain high for some time, the knock-on effects could affect the costs of fuel and food
March 3, 2026