WS #12119
US launches airstrikes on Iran, Strait of Hormuz effectively closed (5% traffic), Iran threatens to block all Mideast energy exports; oil traders warn market is running on empty. Russia says proposed deployment of multinational force for Ukraine after any peace deal is unacceptable, would be seen as intervention and threat.
US-Iran Conflict Escalation
US launches airstrikes on Iran, Strait of Hormuz effectively closed (5% traffic), Iran threatens to block all Mideast energy exports; oil traders warn market is running on empty.
Russia says proposed deployment of multinational force for Ukraine after any peace deal is unacceptable, would be seen as intervention and threat.