The Economic Times

Strait of Hormuz Crisis: 22,500 mariners, 1,550 ships stranded as Iran tightens grip

Iran's control of the Strait of Hormuz has disrupted the global economy. Fuel prices have surged, impacting various sectors worldwide. Tens of thousands of mariners and hundreds of ships are stranded in the Persian Gulf. Iran demands an end to the war and blockade for reopening the strait. U.S. President Trump seeks broader concessions, including Iran's nuclear program rollback.