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Tehran: Iran is considering imposing transit fees on vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz, a lawmaker said on Thursday, in what could be an attempt to monetise its growing control over the crucial route that carries about one fifth of the world’s oil and liquefied gas, Reuters reported. Since the start of the US Israeli conflict with Iran, Tehran has disrupted maritime traffic through the strait for ships it claims are linked to its adversaries and their allies. According to the Iranian Students News Agency, parliament is examining a proposal that would require countries using the strait for shipping, energy…

Doha: Global oil and gas markets plunged further into turmoil after an Iranian missile strike on Ras Laffan Industrial City, home to Qatar’s largest liquefied natural gas facility. The attack on one of the world’s biggest LNG plants has forced a complete halt in production at the site. The Gulf region has borne the brunt of Iran’s retaliation following US-Israeli strikes that triggered the wider conflict. Tehran has targeted US-linked assets while also striking key energy facilities, drawing strong reactions from hydrocarbon-rich Gulf monarchies. What Iran's attack on Qatar gas hub means for India The attack on Ras Laffan Industrial…

Abu Dhabi: As the tensions continue to escalate in the Middle East amid the ongoing war, the Abu Dhabi Media Office has confirmed that the Habshan gas facilities have been taken offline after debris from recently intercepted missiles caused an incident at the site. Authorities are also responding to disruptions at the Bab oilfield and nearby gas infrastructure. The office stated that "operations at the gas facilities have been suspended, and no injuries have been reported," news agency ANI reported citing Press TV. Iran and regional allies intensify military strikes As per the report, Iranian armed forces along with regional…