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House Republicans quash Democrats' long-shot attempt to hamstring Trump on Iran

Apr 9, 2026

Closure of Strait of Hormuz Threatens Global Food Supply and Prices

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz disrupts global fertilizer shipments, risking higher food prices worldwide and threatening agricultural productivity.

Apr 9, 2026

Jet Fuel Supply Disruptions Could Persist for Months Despite Strait of Hormuz Reopening

The International Air Transport Association warns that jet fuel supply disruptions caused by Middle East conflicts could take months to resolve, even with a ceasefire reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

Apr 9, 2026

Strait of Hormuz Closure Threatens Global Food Supply, Impacting American Consumers

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz could trigger a global food emergency, disrupting fertilizer shipments and driving up prices for American households.

Apr 9, 2026

Oil Prices Climb Amid Uncertainty Over Strait of Hormuz

Global oil markets experience volatility as concerns persist over the strategic Strait of Hormuz despite recent U.S.-Iran ceasefire.

Apr 9, 2026

Netanyahu Announces Lebanon Negotiations Amid U.S. Pressure

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has directed his cabinet to begin direct talks with Lebanon, following pressure from U.S. officials.

Apr 9, 2026

Strait of Hormuz Shipping Remains Blocked Amid Iranian Control Efforts

Iran seeks to formalize control over the Strait of Hormuz as shipping traffic remains severely restricted despite a fragile US-Iran ceasefire.

Apr 9, 2026

Goldman Predicts $100-Plus Brent Crude If Hormuz Closure Extends Another Month

Goldman Sachs warns Brent crude could average over $100 a barrel through 2026 if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed for another month, potentially disrupting global oil markets.

Apr 9, 2026

US-Iran Ceasefire Crumbles Over Discord on Strait of Hormuz, Uranium Enrichment

The ceasefire between the US and Iran collapses as both sides fail to agree on key issues including control of the Strait of Hormuz and Iran’s uranium enrichment program.

Apr 9, 2026

Mexico Plans Natural Gas Extraction as Alternative to US Imports

President Claudia Sheinbaum announces Mexico's push for energy sovereignty by tapping unconventional natural gas deposits, avoiding the term 'fracking'.

Apr 9, 2026

IMF Warns Iran War Will Leave Permanent Global Economic Damage

IMF Chief Kristalina Georgieva warns that the Iran war will permanently reduce global growth and harm living standards, even if peace is achieved.

Apr 9, 2026

March CPI Report Expected to Show Inflation Spike Driven by Iran War and Energy Prices

Friday’s CPI report is anticipated to reveal a surge in inflation fueled by rising energy costs and the economic fallout from the Iran war.

Apr 9, 2026