Iran says three additional oil tankers were damaged in the Strait of Hormuz on 5 Nov, adding to earlier losses that include four tankers destroyed by mines and several vessels seized. The incidents come as the UK maritime agency notes at least five vessels have reported problems since 1 Nov, matching October's record of 35 hits. Oil prices have fallen more than $20 per barrel from the previous week, while Iran continues to down US-made drones and detain ships, and Qatar mediates between the United States and Tehran over the naval blockade.
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5 November 2026
28 October 2026
US gasoline averaged about $4.29 a gallon on 26 Oct, according to AAA, up from $3.05 a year earlier and roughly 43% higher since the conflict with Iran began in February. Diesel averaged about $6.35 a gallon after hitting a record $6.53 in September. GasBuddy analyst Patrick De Haan expects gasoline to stay above $4 and diesel above $6 through Election Day. The Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA) estimates US consumers have paid an extra $471 in fuel costs since the war began. White House spokeswoman Taylor Rogers said prices would fall once the conflict ends.
27 October 2026
Egypt’s House of Representatives approved a measure allowing President Abdel Fattah al‑Sisi to provide military assistance to Saudi Arabia if requested, with at least two‑thirds of members supporting the vote. The approval follows secret parliamentary sessions and a postponed vote, and it permits coordination with Riyadh to protect Saudi territory, sovereignty and holy sites. President al‑Sisi said any Egyptian role would be limited to defending Saudi borders and would not involve attacks on Yemen. The Social Democratic Party abstained, while the Houthi‑run parliament warned the move threatens Egypt’s security.