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Qatari LNG tanker attacked in Gulf amid Iran-US conflict, state media reportsA Qatari tanker has been attacked with "unidentified objects" while transiting Gulf waters, the country's state news agency reported Sunday...
Tanker in Strait of Hormuz hit by explosives attached to small boat, UKMTO saysA tanker in the Strait of Hormuz was hit by a small boat carrying two explosive devices on Thursday, triggering a fire in its engine room a...
Who sent $2 bn military equipment to Iran past US blockade? More than 5,000 agenciesIran has developed a clandestine network involving over 5,000 agencies to import military equipment and evade sanctions. This network funct...
The age of pirates isn't over: Modern-day Somali raiders are hijacking oil tankers, holding sailors hostage and demanding millions in ransomOn April 21, 2026, armed men hijacked the Honour 25, a diesel tanker, in a swift attack. The crew was held hostage on board, with a ransom ...
MV Odyssey world cruise suspended in Cambodia as Iran war pushes fuel costs to $8,000 per cabinThe MV Odyssey is currently docked in Sihanoukville after suspending its voyage due to increased fuel costs. The operator, Villa Vie Reside...
Houthis attack Saudi Arabia’s Ras Tanura refinery amid $1 billion ceasefire offer reportsYemen's Iran-aligned Houthis claimed responsibility for an attack on Saudi Arabia's Ras Tanura oil refinery. A fire occurred near the facil...
Egypt approves military support for Saudi Arabia after Houthi attacks escalateEgypt's parliament has approved military support for Saudi Arabia as conflicts with the Houthis escalate. This decision follows President A...
Resumption of war with US, Israel won't change Tehran's stance: Iran FM AraghchiIran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi reiterated that any renewed conflict with the US and Israel would not shift Iran's policies. Tension...
Iran claims Strait of Hormuz control, warns US warships against entering Persian Gulf amid fresh strike threatIran has declared full control over the strategic Strait of Hormuz and warned against US military entry. Meanwhile, US officials hinted at ...
"Not negotiating": Trump says "something will happen fairly soon" with Iran, as US mulls fresh strikesUS President Donald Trump indicated that there are no negotiations occurring with Iran at this time. He mentioned that something significan...
US weighs fresh strikes on Iran; Tehran warns of 'father of all bombs': ReportsThe United States and Israel have devised plans for military strikes on Iran following the midterm elections. Iranian officials have also t...
US Iran war: Ship attacked near Strait of Hormuz, as per maritime agencyA ship was struck on Wednesday by "an unknown projectile" off the coast of Oman, near the Strait of Hormuz, sparking a fire, a British mari...
Oil tanker on fire after hitting mine in Hormuz: Iran's GuardsAn oil tanker struck a mine south of the Strait of Hormuz, resulting in significant damage after the explosion. The tanker was reportedly n...
US military says Hormuz remains open, 97% of ships cross safely despite Iran attacksThe US military claims that 97% of vessels have transited the Strait of Hormuz safely. This follows recent incidents where Iranian projecti...
US considers removing sanctions on some shadow fleet vessels to cut freight rates, official saysDiscussions are ongoing regarding potential sanctions relief on shadow fleet vessels transporting legal oil and products. Companies would n...
Trump's shadow fleet loophole: Easing US sanctions on oil tankers may not lower fuel costsIn an effort to address soaring shipping costs, the Trump administration is evaluating the possibility of easing restrictions on sanctioned...
Two ships hit by projectiles in Strait of Hormuz, maritime agency saysA tanker and a container ship were struck by projectiles of unknown origin in the Strait of Hormuz. This incident occurred while Iran has b...
Iran shifting tactics to step up attacks on shipping before US vote: OfficialsIran has begun using new offensive tactics against vessels in the Strait of Hormuz and nearby waters. This strategy aims to limit oil shipp...
Iran-US War to escalate before US midterm elections in November? Experts claim Tehran's new tactics to control Strait of HormuzIran-US War: US President Donald Trump has been weighing next steps against Iran, but has said he will not attack again before the vote. Th...
Crude oil crisis in Hormuz: Much more than just price and quantityThe conflict in Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz, severely impacting global oil shipments and market dynamics. While oil availability h...