The Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil trade, has once again become the center of international tension. In this latest update, US President Trump is pressuring oil-dependent nations to deploy naval forces and patrol the strategic strait, raising questions about allied commitments and global security. Despite Trump’s heavy appeals, countries like Japan and Australia have firmly declined immediate military engagement. The stakes are high as global energy markets react to the uncertainty, with oil prices surging amid mounting tension. While the US stresses the strait’s importance to allies, it notes its own lower dependency on Hormuz oil flows. China remains a major player with strong self-interest in securing energy supply routes, though its participation in any international coalition remains unclear. WATCH

Sky News host Rita Panahi delivered a blistering live-TV monologue reacting to reports surrounding the death of Iran’s long-time supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The emotional broadcast, marked by raw personal conviction and sharp political commentary, has ignited fierce global debate about the future of Iran and the potential collapse of decades-old Islamist rule. Panahi, who fled Iran as a refugee, spoke with visible intensity, framing the moment as historic and potentially transformational for millions of Iranians. Her message reflected the perspective of many in the Iranian diaspora who view this turning point as the possible end of one of the Middle East’s most powerful and controversial regimes.