US President Donald Trump branded Iran’s terms for ending the Middle East war “totally unacceptable”, raising fears of fresh conflict.
ran’s powerful chief negotiator has warned the United States against any further escalation in the Strait of Hormuz, risking reigniting the Middle East war.
Motorists will face significant increases at the pumps from Wednesday as petrol and diesel prices rise by between R3.27 and R6.19 per litre.
Iran warned that it would consider any US attempt to interfere in the Strait of Hormuz a breach of the Mideast ceasefire.
Global trade routes are shifting due to Strait of Hormuz closures, with shipping rerouted via African ports, increasing costs and delays.
The world’s worst oil supply disruption in history will take months and potentially years to recover from.
The White House said on Monday it was examining Iran’s latest proposal to unblock the Strait of Hormuz.
Cape Town’s port infrastructure must improve urgently to take advantage of increased shipping traffic caused by Middle East disruptions.
By extending a ceasefire indefinitely with Iran, President Donald Trump appears to be searching for a way out of the war .
Oil prices dipped and stocks mostly edged higher on Tuesday as investors remained hopeful for a deal to end the Middle East war.