On April 17, Iran claimed to have established a blockade against US and Israeli vessels in the Sea of Oman. This was followed by escalating tensions, with the US ready to seize Iran-linked ships. On April 19, Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz, impacting Bitcoin's price, and Kuwait declared force majeure on oil shipments. On May 4, the US destroyed six Iranian boats, while the Iranian military fired missiles and drones at vessels. On May 15, Iran's foreign minister stated that current negotiations are suffering from a lack of trust.
Iran's foreign minister blamed contradictory US messaging for stalled talks while reiterating conditional control over the Strait of Hormuz, driving crude prices higher.
Read the full storyAn Indian cargo ship sank after a suspected drone strike off Oman, while Iranian forces seized a Honduras-flagged vessel near the UAE coast.
The UK is deploying drones, fighter jets, and a warship to a defensive mission in the Strait of Hormuz to counter maritime threats and secure trade routes.
The Gulf region faces a severe military escalation following an Iranian missile strike on a US warship and the launch of 'Project Freedom'. In a strategic legal nuance, the Pentagon confirmed the ceasefire remains technically in effect to bypass the need for congressional approval for military operations. While the…
Geopolitical tensions have escalated following the interception of the Iranian vessel 'Touska', a ship already under Washington sanctions, by the guided-missile destroyer USS Spruance. After a six-hour standoff in the Arabian Sea, the destroyer disabled the ship's engine room using its 5-inch MK 45 gun while the…
The Indian government has summoned the Iranian ambassador following an attack on the tanker Sanmar Herald by IRGC gunboats in the Strait of Hormuz. Audio recordings indicate that the vessel had received prior clearance to pass before being fired upon, highlighting a significant breach of maritime security protocols.…
The Arabian Sea is witnessing a severe escalation in naval operations as the USS Pinckney has effectively targeted Iranian maritime trade, impacting transits through the Strait of Hormuz. In a significant expansion of the military footprint, the aircraft carrier USS Gerald Ford has entered the Red Sea to bolster the…