Iran and proxies block energy routes amid escalating conflict, reports say

The short version

• A conflict involving the U.S., Israel, and Iran began following the death of Iranian supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.[The Washington Post]
• Iran and aligned proxy forces have shut down two critical global energy transit routes.[The Washington Post]
• President Donald Trump announced military strikes will persist as long as needed to secure peace.[The Washington Post]
• The ongoing corridor blockades have triggered surging oil prices and disruptions across the world economy.[The Washington Post]

Key facts

• The conflict between the U.S., Israel, and Iran commenced with the killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.[The Washington Post]
• President Donald Trump indicated that bombings would persist throughout the week or as long as needed.[The Washington Post]
• Two major international energy transport corridors have been obstructed by Iran and allied groups.[The Washington Post]
• Global economic disruption and rising crude oil prices have resulted from the blocked shipping routes.[The Washington Post]

Sources

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