Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday (local time) praised US President Donald Trump for his support for Israel, saying the two countries acted together to counter threats against them and the wider world, while addressing the 81st United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). (Pics/AFP)

The Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway connecting the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman, remains one of the world's most strategically important maritime routes. A significant share of global crude oil and natural gas exports passes through the strait, making any disruption a major concern for international energy markets. (Pics/AFP)