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Tanker hit by multiple projectiles in Gulf off Qatar, maritime agency says
Casualties have been reported on the vessel, identified by a maritime intelligence firm as the oil and chemical tanker, Acers.
October 8, 2026Attacks on tankers in Hormuz hit highest of any week since start of Iran war, sources say - Reuters
Attacks on tankers in Hormuz hit highest of any week since start of Iran war, sources say Reuters
October 7, 2026US-sanctioned oil tanker Sibu 1 rescued from Somali pirates - Reuters
US-sanctioned oil tanker Sibu 1 rescued from Somali pirates Reuters
September 25, 2026Two sailors missing after tanker attacked in Strait of Hormuz, Oman says
Iran says El Gaia caught fire after hitting mines, but the US says the oil tanker was struck by a missile and then a drone.
September 15, 2026Lightning Houthi advance in Yemen may bring dangerous new dimension to Iran war
The capture by the rebels of a stretch Yemen's strategic coastline is the group's most impressive military coup for several years.
September 11, 2026Somali piracy surges as the impact of the US-Iran war ripples outwards
Two ships were seized within four days last week raising to at least 13 the number attacked since January.
August 29, 2026Vessel struck by unknown projectile in Strait of Hormuz, crew casualty reported, UKMTO says - Reuters
Vessel struck by unknown projectile in Strait of Hormuz, crew casualty reported, UKMTO says Reuters
August 18, 2026Shipping slows through Strait of Hormuz after tanker attacks, data shows - Reuters
Shipping slows through Strait of Hormuz after tanker attacks, data shows Reuters
August 16, 2026Explainer: Why is Oman proposing a new plan to manage the Strait of Hormuz? - Reuters
Explainer: Why is Oman proposing a new plan to manage the Strait of Hormuz? Reuters
July 28, 2026Taiwan says Chinese vessel activity jumps, raising fears for Pacific supply routes - Reuters
Taiwan says Chinese vessel activity jumps, raising fears for Pacific supply routes Reuters
July 20, 2026Iran-linked vessels pass through Hormuz ahead of US blockade - Reuters
Iran-linked vessels pass through Hormuz ahead of US blockade Reuters
July 15, 2026Iran declares Strait of Hormuz closed as 'unauthorised' vessel hit - Reuters
Iran declares Strait of Hormuz closed as 'unauthorised' vessel hit Reuters
July 11, 2026Trump accuses Iran of ceasefire breach after Strait of Hormuz attack
A Singapore-flagged ship was struck crossing the waterway on Thursday, prompting a large-scale evacuation to be paused.
June 26, 2026UN pauses Strait of Hormuz evacuation plan after cargo ship attacked
The ship was reportedly struck by an "unknown projectile" near Oman but no casualties were reported.
June 26, 2026Here's how Rubio's Mideast trip could affect the Iran deal
The BBC’s Daniel Bush is traveling with Secretary of State Marco Rubio as he seeks to reassure Gulf allies over the Iran deal aimed at ending the war.
June 24, 2026First Russian shadow fleet vessel enters Channel since Smyrtos boarding
Forwarder, a Russian-flagged ship which left port in Primorsk last week, entered the Channel on Wednesday evening.
June 18, 2026Rubio visits India to sell energy as Iran oil shock persists
The top US diplomat has made statements offering to support India’s energy needs - but should Delhi give in?
May 23, 2026Iran steps up claim to control Strait of Hormuz
Iran publishes a map claiming "armed forces oversight" across more than 22,000 sq km of the waterway.
May 21, 2026Greek probe finds suspected Ukrainian sea drone lost course after malfunction, sources say - Reuters
Greek probe finds suspected Ukrainian sea drone lost course after malfunction, sources say Reuters
May 15, 2026India condemns sinking of cargo vessel off Oman after suspected attack - Reuters
India condemns sinking of cargo vessel off Oman after suspected attack Reuters
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Tanker hit by multiple projectiles in Gulf off Qatar, maritime agency says
Merchant vessels have come under repeated attack in the region since the start of the Iran war (file photo) A tanker has been struck by "multiple projectiles" north of Qatar in the Gulf, according to
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Two sailors missing after tanker attacked in Strait of Hormuz, Oman says
Oman's Maritime Security Centre said a fire broke out in El Gaia's engine room following an attack Two sailors are missing and 23 others have been rescued following an attack on an oil tanker in the
Lightning Houthi advance in Yemen may bring dangerous new dimension to Iran war
Saudi-backed Yemeni forces have been struggling to contain Houthi advances The Houthis' lightning advance across the southern reaches of the Tihamah – Yemen's arid coastal plain – appears to have tak
Somali piracy surges as the impact of the US-Iran war ripples outwards
Pirates manage to board ships operating a long way from the coast and then guide them closer to the shore A surge in piracy near Somalia has increased threats to shipping already under pressure from
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Trump accuses Iran of ceasefire breach after Strait of Hormuz attack
US President Donald Trump has accused Iran of a "foolish violation" of its truce with Washington after a cargo ship passing through the Strait of Hormuz was attacked. No casualties were reported afte
UN pauses Strait of Hormuz evacuation plan after cargo ship attacked
The UN's International Maritime Organization (IMO) has paused the planned evacuation of more than 11,000 sailors stranded in the Strait of Hormuz after a cargo ship passing through the waterway was at
Here's how Rubio's Mideast trip could affect the Iran deal
The BBC’s Daniel Bush is traveling with Secretary of State Marco Rubio as he seeks to reassure Gulf allies over the Iran deal aimed at ending the war. The trip is intended to address regional concerns
First Russian shadow fleet tanker enters Channel since Smyrtos boarding
A Russian "shadow fleet" tanker has entered the English Channel for the first time since UK forces boarded the Smyrtos on Sunday morning, ship tracking data shows. Forwarder, a Russian-flagged ship t
Rubio holds talks with Modi in Delhi as US pushes to stabilise relations with India
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio continued his four-day visit to India on Saturday, where he met Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Mr Rubio also invited the Indian premier to visit the White Hous
Sea drone found in Greece is not Ukrainian Magura, Uforce says
A sea drone found in western Greece turned out not to be a Ukrainian Magura, the manufacturer of the drones, Uforce, told Militarnyi. The unmanned surface vehicle found off the Greek coast could not
India condemns attack on ship off Oman, vessel reported sunk
NEW DELHI: India’s foreign ministry condemned an attack of an Indian-flagged ship off Oman as “unacceptable” on Thursday, with maritime security monitors reporting the cargo vessel had sunk. New Delh
‘Unacceptable’: MEA condemns attack on Indian-flagged ship off Oman coast
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Iran sends response to US proposals to end war
Iran says it has sent its response to US proposals to end the war. Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said his country - which has served as mediator - had received the Iranian response but cou
First Chinese product tanker hit attacked near Strait of Hormuz
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