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Brent and WTI rose amid the threat of tougher U. S. sanctions against Iran. Twice as few vessels passed through the Strait of Hormuz.
Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, and Bahrain are outraged by the lack of a U. S. strategy toward Iran and Trump's inconsistency. Some states question the advisability of hosting U.S. military bases.
In July, OPEC countries increased oil production by 1. 16 million barrels per day, to 19.44 million. The main growth was driven by Iraq, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia. Supplies remain below the pre-war level due to the war with Iran.
After the conflict in the White House in February 2025, relations between the presidents warmed. Ukraine provided expert assistance to the US and Persian Gulf countries in combating Iranian drones.
US President Donald Trump decided to refrain from a new strike on Iran, agreeing to the request of Tehran and other Middle Eastern countries. The terms of the agreement are the cessation of the nuclear threat and the opening of the Strait of Hormuz.
President Zelenskyy stated that the Russian Federation is actively conducting satellite imagery of US facilities in Gulf countries, the data of which is being transferred to Iran. He instructed intelligence to pass this information to partners.
Yemeni Houthis claim attack on Saudi tankers Encelia and Layla. US strikes new blows against Iranian targets.
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency has added Jordan to the list of countries banned for flights. The reason was the rapid deterioration of the security situation due to military activity.
US Central Command struck Iranian military centers and logistics to weaken threats to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran warned of retaliatory measures, and Trump threatened strikes on a nuclear facility.
Iran's ambassador to Kuwait was summoned to the government over the attack on the tanker "Kifan" in the Strait of Hormuz, which resulted in injuries to crew members. Kuwait condemned Iran's "unjust" attacks amid the US-Iran war.
Nearly 100 American soldiers have been wounded since July 7 amid the conflict with Iran. The US has launched new strikes on Iran, targeting command centers and naval infrastructure.
Brent oil prices increased by 3. 14% to $90.87 per barrel due to the escalation of military actions between the US and Iran. The conflict has restricted oil supplies through the Strait of Hormuz, causing the largest weekly increase since April.
Brent oil price rose to $91 per barrel due to the escalation of the conflict between the US and Iran. Iran announced the collapse of the ceasefire regime, increasing the risks of supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran struck a power plant and a desalination plant in Kuwait for the second time, causing a fire. Kuwait is one of the countries that most frequently suffers Iranian attacks since the resumption of hostilities between Tehran and Washington.
The US has struck Iran in response to the attack in Jordan, where two American soldiers were killed. The conflict has spread to civilian infrastructure, including bridges and power plants.
The US attacked bridges, energy facilities, and a port in Iran. In response, Iran struck Qatar and Kuwait, damaging a water desalination plant.
Pakistan and Kuwait discuss a new defense pact that may include the deployment of troops and equipment. Talks are at an early stage, Pakistan is not yet ready to deploy combat units.
The US launched new airstrikes on bridges in Hormozgan province, collapsing a tower in Chabahar port. In response, Iran attacked Qatar, Bahrain, and Kuwait with missiles.
The US struck Iran's coastal defense systems and cruise missile storage facilities in the Strait of Hormuz. In response, Iran threatens to halt the export of regional energy carriers.
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps attacked a drone parking lot at Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait.
Iran launched a new wave of missile and drone attacks on American bases after US strikes on central and southern Iran. Oil prices rose by more than 3%.
Iran launched missile and drone strikes on US military facilities in Qatar and Kuwait. The escalation calls into question the ceasefire between the US and Iran.
The Iraqi army attacked three border posts and an offshore drilling platform in Kuwait amid US and Iranian strikes. One employee was injured.
Pete Hegseth canceled a planned visit to Israel, where he was to meet with Netanyahu. The cancellation came amid US strikes on Iran and Iranian attacks on tankers.
U. S. President Donald Trump stated that the ceasefire agreement with Iran is no longer in effect due to Tehran's attacks. He called further negotiations a waste of time.
Global oil prices are heading for their biggest weekly drop after shipping through the Strait of Hormuz resumed. WTI crude fell to $75 per barrel, losing more than 9% over the week.
Trump canceled strikes on Iran after all parties agreed on the points of the new deal. According to the American leader, the naval blockade will remain in effect until the signing process is completed.
Kuwait has resumed air traffic following Iranian attacks on American bases. The country's international airport has now returned to normal operations.
Iran attacked US bases in Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan following strikes on its own territory. Tehran is threatening to completely close the Strait of Hormuz.
Kuwait suspended air traffic due to Iran's shelling of US military facilities. The IRGC announced the launch of 12 ballistic missiles at airbases in the region.