Philippines secures safe passage for ships through Strait of Hormuz.

Just read that the Philippines struck a deal with Iran for safe and toll-free passage through the Strait of Hormuz. This is huge for easing their energy crunch since they import most of their oil from the Middle East. It also means over 20,000 stranded Filipino seafarers can safely return home now. The country was down to about 45 days of fuel supplies, so this assurance is a real lifeline. https://www.thenationalnews.com/business/energy/2026/04/02/us-ally-philippines-strikes-deal-with-iran-for-safe-and-toll-free-passage-in-strait-of-hormuz/