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world2 days ago•2 min saved

Saudi condemns Iranian strike on Bahri tanker in Strait of Hormuz, two dead

Saudi Arabia condemned Iran's attack on Bahri's Sidr tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, which killed two Filipino crew members. Kuwait and Qatar joined in condemning the strike as a violation of international law and maritime freedom, reflecting broader tensions amid the US-Israel campaign against Iran. Bahri confirmed the incident and said it is coordinating with authorities while monitoring developments as regional tensions persist.

via Al Jazeera|

#bahri #iran #saudi-arabia

world2 days ago•50 min saved

Fresh tanker attack raises security concerns in Strait of Hormuz

A tanker was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Oman; there are no reported injuries or environmental damage. The UKMTO said Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps continues to harass vessels in the Strait, and commercial traffic remains reduced as authorities investigate the incident.

via Yahoo|

#irgc #oman #strait-of-hormuz

world4 days ago•2 min saved

Tanker hit in Strait of Hormuz as US-Iran clash intensifies

A tanker transiting the Strait of Hormuz was struck by three unknown projectiles near the Omani coast, with no casualties reported. Iran's IRGC claimed it intercepted a U.S. MQ-9 drone over the eastern Hormuz, while the U.S. retaliated by striking Iranian rocket launchers on Larak Island and Iran reportedly attacked two American bases in Jordan. The exchange marked the first direct strikes in over a month, signaling both sides are prepared to respond to further attacks. The conflict has unsettled energy markets, with Brent crude topping $90 per barrel as the U.S. and Iran posture for broader actions.

via CNBC|

#mq-9-drone #oil-prices #strait-of-hormuz

world8 days ago•4 min saved

Hormuz tensions spike as Oman-Iran toll talks surface amid tanker attack and oil slip

Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz intensify as Iran and Oman pursue a joint management plan with tolls, a second commercial tanker is struck causing a fire, the U.S. gears up to deploy the USS Theodore Roosevelt carrier strike group, and crude prices hover around $82 as market dynamics react to the evolving conflict.

via Fox News|

#hormuz #iran #oil-prices

world8 days ago•3 min saved

Strait of Hormuz Under Fresh Strikes as Trump’s Safe-Passage Claim Is Questioned

A tanker off Oman’s coast in the Strait of Hormuz was struck by an unidentified projectile, catching fire but with all crew safe; traffic through Hormuz remains well below pre-war levels. Allies doubt Iran has fully cleared mines, challenging Trump’s claim that the strait is a “functioning” safe passage. Iran and Oman agreed a temporary corridor, but Tehran says full reopening awaits U.S. commitments under a stalled peace framework. The U.S. continues naval escorts and a broad sanctions push, heightening tensions and complicating diplomacy.

via CNBC|

#hormuz-strait #iran #mines-clearance

world2 months ago•2 min saved

Trump Threatens Iran as Tanker Attacks Trigger U.S. Strikes in Escalating Middle East Tensions

Escalating Middle East tensions see Iran targeting U.S. bases and a Panama-flag tanker near the Strait of Hormuz, triggering U.S. strikes; President Trump issued a stark threat that Iran could 'no longer exist' if the conflict persists, while Tehran says ceasefire violations halted diplomacy, and broader regional clashes threaten shipping lanes.

via USA Today|

#iran #middle-east #strait-of-hormuz

world2 months ago•77 min saved

Tanker Attack Tests Hormuz Strait’s Transit Rules

An unidentified attacker hit a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz near Oman; the crew is safe and there is no environmental damage reported. While no group claimed responsibility, Iran is suspected given its threats over transit rules and potential fees for passage through the strait. Authorities warn of mines and a naval presence as traffic through the strategic route expands and more ships move in and out of the Gulf.

via AP News|

#international-waters #iran #maritime-security

world3 months ago•0 min saved

US fires missile at Iran-bound tanker amid Hormuz blockade

The US says it struck and disabled the Botswana-flagged M/T Lexie with a Hellfire missile after the crew ignored warnings while transiting toward Iran as part of the Strait of Hormuz blockade; Centcom released footage of the strike, and noted that six vessels have been disabled and 122 redirected since the blockade began on April 13; Iran has not commented, and Botswana’s government was contacted for comment.

via BBC|

#blockade #iran #strait-of-hormuz

economy6 months ago•4 min saved

Tanker attacked in Strait of Hormuz as tensions surge

A Palau-flagged oil tanker named Skylight was attacked about five nautical miles north of Khasab, Musandam in the Strait of Hormuz; 20 crew were evacuated and at least four injured. No group claimed responsibility yet, but Iran warned the strait could be closed, prompting shipping suspensions and insurer withdrawals while oil markets react, with Brent near $100 a barrel and OPEC+ planning output discussions.

via Euronews.com|

#economy #oil #oil-market

international-affairs2 years ago•3 min saved

"Assessing Red Sea Risks: Houthi Attacks on Ships in Gulf of Aden"

Commodities trader Trafigura is evaluating the security risks of Red Sea voyages after a tanker, Marlin Luanda, was attacked by Yemen's Houthi group with an anti-ship missile. Some shipping companies have suspended transits through the Red Sea due to security concerns, while the U.S. and other navies provided assistance to the damaged tanker. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of vessels in the region amid escalating Houthi attacks on shipping.

via Reuters|

#houthi #international-affairs #red-sea

international-conflict2 years ago•3 min saved

"Houthi Missile Attack Sets Oil Tanker Ablaze in Gulf of Aden"

A Marshall Islands-flagged tanker hit by a Houthi missile off Yemen was extinguished by its crew after hours of fire, complicating the Red Sea crisis amid the conflict between the rebels and the US. The tanker carried Russian-produced naphtha, drawing Moscow further into the conflict, and the US conducted a strike against a Houthi anti-ship missile. The Indian navy assisted in fighting the fire, and the rebels have threatened to target American and British ships. Another incident involving armed individuals near a vessel in the Arabian Sea was reported, possibly linked to increased Somali pirate activity.

via The Associated Press|

#houthi-rebels #international-conflict #red-sea-crisis

international-conflict2 years ago•2 min saved

Houthi Rebels Target International Tankers in Red Sea, US Navy Boasts Successful Defense

Yemen's Houthi movement claimed responsibility for striking a Norwegian oil and chemical tanker, the Strinda, with a rocket near the Bab al-Mandab strait. The attack was in protest against Israel's bombardment of Gaza, and the Houthis vowed to continue blocking ships heading to Israeli ports until Israel allows the entry of food and medical aid into Gaza. The U.S. military confirmed the attack and stated that there were no casualties. This incident follows recent attacks by the Houthis on Israeli and U.S. forces in the region, including the seizure of Israeli-linked ships and the firing of ballistic missiles and armed drones at Israel.

via Fox News|

#houthi #international-conflict #israel

conflict2 years ago•1 min saved

Houthi Rebels Target International Shipping in Yemen Conflict

A Norwegian-flagged tanker was struck by a missile fired by Iran-backed Houthi rebels off the coast of Yemen. The rebels claimed responsibility, stating that they targeted the tanker after the crew refused to respond to warning calls. The attack, which caused a fire on board but no casualties, is part of the rebels' campaign to target ships near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. The vessel was en route to the Suez Canal and it is unclear if it had any ties to Israel. The Houthis have vowed to block all ships heading to Israeli ports until Israel allows the entry of food and medical aid into the Gaza Strip.

via DW (English)|

#conflict #houthi-rebels #iran

international-affairs2 years ago•2 min saved

Escalating Attacks on Shipping in Red Sea Raise Concerns

A Norwegian-owned tanker ship, the Strinda, was hit by a cruise missile while passing through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait off the coast of Yemen. The United States Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed the attack, which is believed to have been carried out by Houthi rebels. The ship caught fire but no casualties were reported, and the crew managed to extinguish the flames. The vessel is now proceeding to a safe port. This incident comes amid escalating threats on commercial shipping in the region, with the Houthis targeting vessels in the Red Sea and launching drones and missiles towards Israel. The US and France have reported Houthi drones heading towards their ships but have not directly responded to the attacks.

via Al Jazeera English|

#bab-el-mandeb-strait #houthi-rebels #international-affairs

international-conflict2 years ago•2 min saved

Increasing Houthi Rebel Attacks on Shipping Prompt International Concern

A cruise missile launched from Yemen by Houthi rebels struck a commercial tanker vessel, causing a fire and damage but no casualties. The attack occurred north of the Bab al-Mandab Strait, and the U.S. Navy destroyer USS Mason provided aid. The tanker, named STRINDA, is Norwegian-flagged and was carrying vegetable oil and biofuels from Malaysia to Venice. The Houthis, who support the Palestinians, have been targeting vessels in shipping lanes and have warned international shipping companies against dealing with Israeli ports. The United States and Britain have condemned the attacks, blaming Iran for supporting the Houthis.

via Reuters|

#houthi #international-conflict #iran