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Washington takes aim at state-backed group as it raises pressure on Tehran
Tanker seizures raise stakes in increasingly belligerent standoff between west and Tehran
The diplomatic crisis with Iran could push the UK into a military conflict
Donald Trump calls claims false and hits out at ‘badly failing’ regime
Ho-hum market reaction is not surprising given the Gulf’s falling share of seaborne crude
Hunt calls tanker seizure by Iran ‘act of state piracy’ and seeks maritime protection mission
Companies brace for disruption in one of world’s most important waterways
A firm response is needed without damaging diplomatic efforts
Minister says London did not take its eye off the ball but accepts navy is overstretched
Interception of Stena Impero demonstrates Tehran’s desire not to be seen as weak
Foreign secretary says Britain’s response will be ‘considered and robust’
Tehran said vessel had failed to observe international maritime rules
Seizure of British-flagged tanker could force new prime minister to rethink approach to nuclear accord
One vessel released as Britain and US consult on options
Seizure of UK-flagged tanker could make it hard for Trump and Britain to hold back
Brent rises 2.1 per cent to $63.23 a barrel amid fears over security of Gulf shipments
Civil suit alleges bank did billions of dollars more business than previously thought
Trump says aircraft flew close to USS Boxer and ignored ‘multiple’ calls to stand down
Donald Trump says the US navy shot down an Iranian drone
Crude prices rise after ‘small tanker’ taken for allegedly transporting smuggled fuel
Threat comes as Russia eyes EU payments channel designed to circumvent US restrictions
Backing for system designed to circumvent US sanctions prompts Washington warning
Indications of easing US-Iran tensions have sent oil lower
Airport protest highlights how saving for retirement should not be a Catch-22
