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Scottish Liberal Democrat's Alex Cole-Hamilton said the facilities provided lifeline care for children and were key to easing hospital pressures so it was "very worrying" they face the prospect of closure.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

The effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz is unprecedented.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has reduced the supply and increased the cost of all three.

From Salon • Apr. 8, 2026

A new energy shock, caused by the Strait of Hormuz closure and damage to Qatar’s LNG facilities, positions Venture Global to profit.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

I argued for closure but went along with the majority.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela