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Iran Threatens Hormuz Closure as U.S. Plans Navy Escorts

3/14/2026

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Indian-flagged oil tanker Jag Prakash has departed the Strait of Hormuz with gasoline from Oman to Africa.
Four other Indian vessels remain stranded with 76 sailors, due to Iranian actions after U.S.-Israeli attacks.
Iran's new supreme leader vowed to keep Hormuz closed as leverage against the United States.
The U.S. Treasury Secretary announced plans for Navy escorts for oil tankers through the strait as prices exceed $100 per barrel.

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Indian-flagged oil tanker Jag Prakash has departed the Strait of Hormuz with gasoline from Oman to Africa.
Four other Indian vessels remain stranded with 76 sailors, due to Iranian actions after U.S.-Israeli attacks.
Iran's new supreme leader vowed to keep Hormuz closed as leverage against the United States.
The U.S. Treasury Secretary announced plans for Navy escorts for oil tankers through the strait as prices exceed $100 per barrel.