Coverage of Iran focuses on the conflict in the Gulf, sanctions and the negotiations in Muscat. Insurers and shipowners are quietly rerouting around the Gulf as negotiators in Muscat argue over an inspection timetable. Both sides agree on what should be inspected. They cannot agree on when. The cost of covering a single tanker voyage has more than doubled since January.
Coverage
Iran WarTanker traffic through Hormuz falls to lowest level since talks began
Iran WarMuscat talks stall over inspection timetable, diplomats say
Iran WarInsurers raise war-risk premiums for Gulf shipping for the third time this year
