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IRGC expands tanker attacks beyond Hormuz as weekly strikes hit wartime peak
geopolitics10 days ago

IRGC expands tanker attacks beyond Hormuz as weekly strikes hit wartime peak

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed responsibility for setting the tanker MV Sun Shine ablaze in the Strait of Hormuz on Friday, warning it will now target vessels using 'unauthorised routes' anywhere in the region, not just the strait. This escalation coincides with a surge in attacks, with 11 tankers struck in the week ending October 4, the highest number since the war began in February. While the US Central Command (CENTCOM) claims to have cleared main shipping lanes and removed mines, maritime agencies report multiple new strikes, including an LPG carrier hit near the UAE and a tanker off Qatar. The conflict has resulted in at least 24 sailor deaths since February, though crude exports from the broader Middle East have recently rebounded to pre-war levels despite the heightened risk.

via Euronews.com|
#geopolitics#iran#maritime-security
Pentagon reports Iran war costs exceed $45 billion, excluding base repair bills
national-security1 month ago

Pentagon reports Iran war costs exceed $45 billion, excluding base repair bills

The U.S. war with Iran has cost at least $45.1 billion through early September, according to the Pentagon, a figure that exceeds previous estimates but excludes the cost of repairing damaged overseas bases. The total includes $28 billion for munitions replacement and over $4.3 billion in equipment losses, with the Air Force accounting for the largest share of operating expenses. The Congressional Budget Office projects ongoing costs of $2–3 billion per month and warns of potential inflationary impacts in early 2027.

via washingtonpost.com|
#congressional-oversight#defense-budget#iran-war
US Military Establishes Covert Oil Corridor in Strait of Hormuz
geopolitics-and-energy2 months ago

US Military Establishes Covert Oil Corridor in Strait of Hormuz

US Central Command has facilitated the transit of over 660 million barrels of crude oil through the Strait of Hormuz since May, assisting approximately 1,300 commercial vessels. While official figures suggest current flows have reached 10 million barrels per day, independent trackers report significantly lower volumes due to vessels disabling transponders. The US maintains a southern shipping lane under military protection, while Iran insists on a northern route, creating a contested security environment where both sides project power but neither holds absolute control.

via CNBC|
#geopolitics-and-energy#iran-us-conflict#maritime-security
US F-35 forced to emergency landing after suspected Iranian fire, officials say
world7 months ago

US F-35 forced to emergency landing after suspected Iranian fire, officials say

A U.S. F-35 conducting a combat mission over Iran was damaged by what is believed to be Iranian fire and made an emergency landing at a U.S. airbase in the Middle East. The pilot is reported in stable condition and the incident is under investigation. If confirmed, it would mark the first time Iran has struck a U.S. aircraft in the current conflict; the jet is valued at about $100 million.

via CNN|
#emergency-landing#f-35#iran
"Retired General Warns of Inevitable ISIS Threat to US Following Moscow Attack"
national-security2 years ago

"Retired General Warns of Inevitable ISIS Threat to US Following Moscow Attack"

Retired Gen. Frank McKenzie, former head of U.S. Central Command, warns of the growing threat from the Islamic State, emphasizing the group's desire to attack the U.S. and other foreign powers. He believes the withdrawal from Afghanistan has allowed ISIS-K to gain strength and plan attacks, and criticizes the lack of pressure on extremists. McKenzie also discusses the challenges faced by the Israeli military in targeting Hamas fighters in Gaza.

via ABC News|
#afghanistan#islamic-state#national-security
"US Navy Thwarts Houthi Drone Attack on Warships in Red Sea"
military2 years ago

"US Navy Thwarts Houthi Drone Attack on Warships in Red Sea"

An unidentified U.S. Navy warship successfully defended itself against a four-drone attack by Houthi rebels in the Red Sea, with no reported injuries or damage. The incident occurred after a three-day lull in Houthi attacks, and U.S. Central Command stated that the drones posed an imminent threat to merchant vessels and U.S. Navy ships in the region. Multiple Navy destroyers have been intercepting drones and missiles fired by Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen on a near-daily basis.

via NavyTimes.com|
#drone-attack#houthi-rebels#military
"Aid Delivery Challenges in Gaza: Airdrops, Failures, and Diplomatic Talks"
international-affairs2 years ago

"Aid Delivery Challenges in Gaza: Airdrops, Failures, and Diplomatic Talks"

Parachutes failed to deploy on five pallets of humanitarian aid dropped by U.S. Air Force cargo planes into Gaza, with no damage reported; U.S. officials are assessing the cause of the malfunctions and potential preventive measures, following an earlier incident that resulted in casualties. The airdrop mission involved 80 bundles of food and water to aid Palestinians in Gaza, where over 2 million people are displaced due to ongoing conflict.

via Stars and Stripes|
#airdrop#gaza#humanitarian-aid
"U.S. and U.K. Target Houthi Threats in Yemen with New Airstrikes"
international-relations2 years ago

"U.S. and U.K. Target Houthi Threats in Yemen with New Airstrikes"

US Central Command reported that Houthi militants launched an anti-ballistic missile towards a US-owned tanker in the Gulf of Aden, but it missed and caused no damage. Additionally, US and coalition forces intercepted multiple Houthi attack drones in the region. Despite ongoing Houthi attacks, efforts to protect merchant ships continue, with one US-owned vessel sustaining minor damage but still delivering humanitarian aid to Yemen.

via Fox News|
#drone-attacks#gulf-of-aden#houthi
"USS Gravely Thwarts Houthi Attacks in Gulf of Aden"
militarydefense2 years ago

"USS Gravely Thwarts Houthi Attacks in Gulf of Aden"

The U.S. Navy destroyer Gravely intercepted two ballistic missiles fired by Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in the Gulf of Aden, aimed at a U.S.-flagged container ship. This is part of a series of attacks on commercial vessels in the region, prompting retaliatory strikes by the U.S. and U.K. militaries targeting Houthi logistical hubs and air defense systems in Yemen. The U.S. has attributed these attacks to Iran and has formed a multinational task force to protect civilian ships in the area.

via NavyTimes.com|
#ballistic-missiles#gulf-of-aden#houthi-rebels
"Ballistic Missile Attack Injures US Personnel at Al-Asad Air Base in Iraq"
military-conflict2 years ago

"Ballistic Missile Attack Injures US Personnel at Al-Asad Air Base in Iraq"

A missile attack targeted the Al-Assad Airbase in Iraq where 10th Mountain Division soldiers are serving, with some missiles intercepted and some striking the base, leading to U.S. personnel being evaluated for Traumatic Brain Injury. The attack was launched by Iranian-backed militants, and U.S. Central Command did not confirm if soldiers from the 10th were involved. This incident follows a similar attack last year, and in July of last year, a large number of U.S. service members, including members of the 10th Mountain Division, were deployed to the region.

via WWNY|
#10th-mountain-division#al-assad-airbase#military-conflict
"US Military Ends Search for Missing Navy SEALs Presumed Dead in Anti-Houthi Mission"
military-and-defense2 years ago

"US Military Ends Search for Missing Navy SEALs Presumed Dead in Anti-Houthi Mission"

The U.S. military has ended the 10-day search for two Navy SEALs lost in the Arabian Sea during a mission to confiscate Iranian-made weapons, now considering them deceased and transitioning to a recovery effort. The SEALs went missing during a raid on an unflagged ship carrying illicit Iranian-made weapons to Houthi rebels in Yemen, with one SEAL going overboard and another attempting to save him. The raid resulted in the seizure of Iranian-made weaponry, including missile components, and the sinking of the ship by the U.S. Navy.

via The Associated Press|
#arabian-sea#iranian-made-weapons#military-and-defense
"Missing US Navy SEALs Declared Dead After Somalia Search"
militarydefense2 years ago

"Missing US Navy SEALs Declared Dead After Somalia Search"

Two U.S. Navy SEALs who went missing during a raid off Somalia have been declared dead after a 10-day search. The SEALs were lost in nighttime seas while attempting to board a vessel carrying Iranian advanced conventional weapons. The mission has transitioned from search and rescue to recovery, and the SEALs' identities have not been publicly disclosed out of respect for their families. The U.S. military, along with international and civilian assistance, conducted an extensive search covering over 21,000 miles of surface.

via NBC News|
#iranian-weapons#militarydefense#search-and-rescue