The UNFPA warns that delays stemming from the Iran conflict could limit access to critical resources for at least 18,000 pregnant women.

The group stopped short of referencing Iran explicitly, but made it clear that disruptions to maritime routes and global supplies have been making it harder to keep oil flowing steadily.

The declaration has the potential to unleash as much as 3 million barrels a day of Iraqi oil cargoes.

The three ships transiting are particularly interesting because they are the largest type of oil tankers and the first LNG carrier to escape the gulf since the war began. 

The allegations add another point of tension between the U.S. and China ahead of President Donald Trump’s scheduled visit to Beijing in May.

Amazon further clarified that the surcharge will be applied to fulfillment fees, not on the sale price of items.

Iran and Oman are believed to be collaborating to draft policies that would facilitate and ensure safe passage for ships moving through the strait.

As the crisis drags on, many Asian countries are pledging deeper energy cooperation with diplomatic friends.

The U.S. was notably not invited to the talks, with President Trump having frequently distanced the U.S. from key allies over the span of the conflict in Iran.

Only one Turkish-owned ship has received permission to pass through Hormuz since the start of the conflict.