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Conflict & Security April 8, 2026 470 stories in this edition

Strait of Hormuz: How Trump gave Iran a weapon deadlier than any nuke

Times of India World / India / 1m ago / TOI World Desk
Strait of Hormuz: How Trump gave Iran a weapon deadlier than any nuke

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A recent conflict has shifted control of the vital Strait of Hormuz. Iran may now charge transit fees for ships passing through. This follows a US-Iran ceasefire agreement. The situation signals a significant change in regional maritime control. Global oil trade routes are impacted by these developments.

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A recent conflict has shifted control of the vital Strait of Hormuz. Iran may now charge transit fees for ships passing through. This follows a US-Iran ceasefire agreement. The situation signals a significant change in r...

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