Restart of Venezuela's ports, crude refining and petrochemical operations have been slowed by power trasnmission line outage in central region after earthquakes

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Iran and Oman customs chiefs propose joint committee to implement customs agreement, IRNA reports

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International Maritime Organization says the usual Hormuz traffic lane may have about 80 mines

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Restart of Venezuela's ports, crude refining and petrochemical operations have been slowed by power trasnmission line outage in central region after earthquakes

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UBS expects the US dollar to strengthen through the second half of 2026, driven by higher interest rates and a resilient economy

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Oman reportedly warned European allies that they may need to pay ship fees to go through the Strait

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