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Strait of Hormuz traffic falls to new low as Iran-backed group kills 6 in Red Sea
The conflict between the U.S. and Iran has spread to the Red Sea and another strategic shipping route.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by CBS News
Fortune
Iran wants a mafia-style ‘protection’ toll on the Strait of Hormuz, but the eye-popping $20 billion per year haul is a pipe dream
WorldPingDetails of any tolling or voluntary fee system are unlikely to be finalized in any potential interim deal, further delaying a permanent peace solution.
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‘An unattractive deal with Iran is the best of limited bad options’ if the U.S. wants to get oil flowing again
Everything you need to know before you reach the office this morning.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Fortune
WorldPingFortune
The Gulf wants to break free from the world’s data chokepoints
The Gulf wants to break free from the world’s data chokepoints — full report at Fortune.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Fortune
ESPN
Transfer rumors, news: Maresca wants Man City to sign Chelsea duo
Man City boss Enzo Maresca is keen to be reunited with two of his most-trusted Chelsea players, Enzo Fernandez and Pedro Neto. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by ESPN
WorldPingFrance 24
Solar eclipse: "Never look at it without eye protection"
We’re just hours away from a rare celestial event, a total solar eclipse. Day will briefly turn into night across parts of northern Spain as the Moon completely blocks out the Sun.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by France 24
CNBC World
Hormuz closure squeezes global economy as oil demand destruction intensifies, IEA says
The IEA expects oil demand to fall by 1.6 million barrels a day in 2026 as high fuel prices and Strait of Hormuz disruptions weigh on consumption.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by CNBC World