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US, Saudi forces strike Iran-backed groups in Iraq
The Hindu··29 Jul
US and Saudi forces struck Iran-backed militants in Iraq on Wednesday in retaliation for recent attacks, after a brief pause in the Iran war ended with Iranian missile strikes on American forces. Jordan's air defences intercepted five missiles fired from Iran, while Iran's Revolutionary Guards said they halted three oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz that ignored warnings.
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What It Means For You
- Commuters and businesses in India should watch crude prices closely, since renewed fighting near the Strait of Hormuz has already pushed oil futures higher.
- Anyone following India's foreign policy sees the government publicly calling for de-escalation at the UN while continuing to import energy from the region.
- Global trade watchers should track Hormuz shipping data, since a large share of the world's oil transits this narrow waterway daily.
What's Happening
- US and Saudi forces struck Iran-backed militants in Iraq after a brief pause in fighting ended with Iranian missile attacks on American forces.
- Jordan's air defences intercepted five missiles fired from Iran, while Iran's Revolutionary Guards said they halted three oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.
- Iran has ruled out Oman's proposal for regional joint management of the strait, saying only Iran and Oman should manage it.
Why A Narrow Strait Moves Global Prices
- India told the UN Security Council the escalation was deeply concerning and called for an immediate de-escalation and unimpeded navigation through the strait.
- Crude oil futures on India's Multi Commodity Exchange rebounded over 3 percent, snapping a three session losing streak, as global benchmarks also gained.
- China has held direct talks with Yemen's Houthi movement to secure safe passage for its tankers through the southern Red Sea.
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