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world29 days ago•5 min saved

Surge in Gulf ship attacks tests the Strait of Hormuz

A wave of attacks on vessels in the Gulf, including six ships in under 48 hours bringing the total to 18 since the war began, follows Iran’s vow to block the Strait of Hormuz. Attacks involved unmanned boats and other strikes; casualties include one dead and several missing, with some crews rescued. Data on ship movements is being distorted by jamming, complicating tracking. Experts warn Iran could extend disruption with various assets, threatening global oil transit, while oil prices have surged and international responses include large releases of oil reserves and discussions of possible US escorts; the actual safety of passage remains uncertain.

via BBC|

#iran #maritime-security #oil-prices

world1 month ago•4 min saved

Gulf shipping hit as Iran-linked drones and mines spark waves of attacks

Six vessels in the Gulf and Iraqi waters were attacked amid reports of Iranian explosive-laden boats and sea mines. Two Iraqi-bound fuel tankers, Safesea Vishnu and Zefyros, were set ablaze with one crew member killed and 25 rescued; Mayuree Naree suffered a hit with three crew members missing, while ONE Majesty and Star Gwyneth were damaged. The incidents occur amid broader tensions over the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran accused of mine deployment and international navies monitoring the situation, including US claims of strike activity against mine-laying vessels.

via Al Jazeera|

#gulf-of-hormuz #iran #maritime-security

international-news2 years ago•2 min saved

"Red Sea Tensions: British Ship Survives Attack, Abandoned Vessel's Fate Unknown"

The British ship Rubymar, which was attacked in the Red Sea by Houthi fighters, has been damaged but has not sunk, contrary to Houthi claims. Images obtained by the BBC show the vessel afloat but down by the stern. The ship's owner stated that it is being towed to Djibouti, but its salvageability remains uncertain. The attacks on ships in the Red Sea have continued despite US and UK strikes on the Houthis in Yemen, prompting many shipping companies to avoid the critical waterway. The UK government has condemned the Houthi actions as "completely unacceptable" and reserves the right to respond appropriately.

via BBC.com|

#houthi #international-news #red-sea

international-relations2 years ago•5 min saved

"Iran's Direct Involvement in Houthi Ship Attacks Confirmed by US Navy"

The U.S. Navy's Vice Adm. Brad Cooper confirmed Iran's direct involvement in ship attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels, expanding beyond the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz, posing a significant international threat. The attacks, linked to Israel's war with Hamas, have targeted merchant shipping in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden, impacting global trade routes. The U.S. has conducted airstrikes on Houthi military sites, while Iran continues to fund, supply, and train the rebels. The situation echoes tensions from the 1980s Tanker War, raising concerns of a wider regional conflict.

via Fox News|

#houthi-rebels #international-relations #iran

international-relations2 years ago•4 min saved

"Iran's Role in Houthi Ship Attacks: US Navy's Revelation"

The US Navy's top Mideast commander, Vice Adm. Brad Cooper, stated that Iran is "very directly involved" in ship attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels during Israel's conflict with Hamas, with at least 34 attacks on shipping since November. The attacks have expanded beyond the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz, impacting global shipping and the economy. The US has launched airstrikes on Houthi military sites, and naval patrols have increased in the region. Cooper emphasized the need for the Houthis to stop attacking international merchant ships.

via ABC News|

#houthi-rebels #international-relations #iran

international-relations2 years ago•4 min saved

Iran's Direct Involvement in Houthi Ship Attacks in the Red Sea

The US Navy's top Mideast commander, Vice Adm. Brad Cooper, stated that Iran is "very directly involved" in ship attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels during Israel's conflict with Hamas, with at least 34 attacks on shipping since November. The attacks have expanded beyond the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz, impacting global shipping routes. The US has launched airstrikes on Houthi military sites, and Iran's involvement in fueling, resourcing, and training the attacks has been emphasized. The situation has led to concerns for the global economy, with ships bypassing the Suez Canal, and the US Navy employing a drone fleet to bolster patrol efforts in the region.

via The Associated Press|

#houthi-rebels #international-relations #iran

maritime-security2 years ago•2 min saved

Growing Concerns Over Ship Safety in the Red Sea

The US has issued a warning to vessel operators about evolving threats in the Red Sea region following a spate of attacks on merchant shipping near Yemen and Somalia. Recent incidents, including the seizure of the Galaxy Leader car carrier by Houthis and the targeting of a Liberia-flagged chemicals tanker, have raised concerns about the sophistication of the attacks. Shipowners are alarmed by the use of helicopters, drones, and cruise missiles, which are not typically seen in anti-piracy scenarios. The attacks pose a risk to the critical trade route between Europe and Asia via the Suez Canal, and insurers may increase premiums for ships sailing through the area. Some Israeli-controlled vessels have already started avoiding the region due to the heightened risk.

via Yahoo Finance|

#global-trade #maritime-security #red-sea