Russia Oil Exports Surge Due to Iran Conflict

10 UPDATES · 20 DAYS · 18 MAR 2026 — 6 APR 2026

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Latest · 6 Apr 2026

GCC states are seeking to establish a new security architecture for the Strait of Hormuz to balance their positions in the escalating US-Israel-Iran conflict.

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18Mar

STORY BEGINS — Al Jazeera

How Iran defied Trump threats to emerge as Strait of Hormuz gatekeeper | US-Israel war on Iran News

19Mar

The Hindu

Iran is establishing a process for safe passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz, allowing some vessels to pass in exchange for payment.

20Mar

Al Jazeera

Russia's oil exports have surged due to the US-Israeli war on Iran, benefiting from a temporary easing of sanctions and increased demand from global buyers.

25Mar

The Guardian

Asian countries are implementing rationing measures due to Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz, impacting global oil trade.

26Mar

The Guardian

Donald Trump threatened further assassinations of Iranian officials if they do not negotiate a peace agreement, escalating the conflict with continued US military action against Iran.

Times of India

Trump granted Iran a 10-day extension on military strikes, citing ongoing diplomatic efforts and Iranian requests for more time to negotiate.

30Mar

The Guardian

Trump claims to be negotiating with a new Iranian regime to end the war on Iran, while threatening to destroy Iranian oil infrastructure.

31Mar

The Guardian

Trump urges European nations to purchase US oil and engage in the Strait of Hormuz to counter Iran's conflict.

2Apr

The Guardian

Emmanuel Macron criticized Donald Trump's inconsistent statements on Iran and NATO, citing them as undermining stability.

6Apr

LATEST UPDATE — Al Jazeera

GCC states are seeking to establish a new security architecture for the Strait of Hormuz to balance their positions in the escalating US-Israel-Iran conflict.

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