Hormuz Shuts Again, Oil Surges as Truce Teeters Before Tuesday Deadline

Headline news for April 20, 2026: The Iran ceasefire teeters on collapse as the US seizes an Iranian cargo ship, Tehran fires on commercial vessels and closes the Strait of Hormuz. Britain's Keir Starmer faces calls for his resignation, and oil surges six per cent on renewed supply fears.  Synopsis: A round up of global headlines to start your day by The Business Times.  Written by: Claressa Monteiro ([email protected])  Produced and edited by: Claressa Monteiro or Howie Lim Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media Produced with AI text-to-speech capabilities --- Follow Lens On Daily and rate us on: Channel: bt.sg/btlenson Amazon: bt.sg/lensam Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/lensap Spotify: bt.sg/lenssp YouTube Music: bt.sg/lensyt Website: bt.sg/lenson Feedback to: [email protected] Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice.  Discover more BT podcast series: BT Mark To Market at: bt.sg/btmark2mkt  WealthBT at: bt.sg/btpropertybt PropertyBT at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Money Hacks at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/podcasts BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.