Strait of Hormuz blockade intensifies

The strategic Strait of Hormuz has become the center of a high-stakes military and economic standoff, with only a handful of ships successfully transiting the waterway in the last 24 hours.

President Trump has authorized the U.S. Navy to target Iranian fast-attack craft, while Tehran continues to seize container ships in international waters.

This maritime crisis has disrupted 20% of the world's oil supply, forcing major manufacturers and energy firms to seek costly alternative routes.

Analysts warn that the escalating 'tanker war' could lead to a global energy shock if a diplomatic solution is not reached during the current ceasefire extension.