Strait of Hormuz

Iran's IRGC says liquified gas tanker struck mine along 'unauthorized' route in Strait of Hormuz

Iranian media reported on Thursday that four oil tankers were hit by explosions in ​the waterway vital for global shipping, adding that the vessels ‌had ignored warnings.

The Strait of Hormuz.
A missile is launched during an exercise in southern Iran, in this handout image obtained on February 17, 2026.

US CENTCOM confirms Iran targeted US radar in Bahrain

A fighter loyal to the Houthis, brandishes his weapon during a rally to recruit more fighters, in Sanaa on October 7, 2026.

Houthis say they attacked Saudi pipeline pumping station, Aramco building, oil facility

Ships are anchored off the coast of Khasab in Oman's Musandam Governorate, near the Strait of Hormuz, on October 2, 2026.

Four oil tankers hit by explosions in Strait of Hormuz after ignoring warnings, Iran claims


Iran's nuclear ambitions best stopped through Hormuz blockade, ex-Mossad director Barnea

"The chances of obtaining an agreement which the regime would respect, and which would ensure zero nuclear capabilities, is low in my view," Barnea said.

Former Mossad director David Barnea attends an event at the President’s Residence in Jerusalem, June 14, 2026

Oman monitors handling of oil tanker run aground off its coast, progress of cargo operations

The meeting also reviewed emergency incidents in territorial waters off Oman's Musandam Governorate, which overlooks the Strait of Hormuz, and the monitoring of any environmental pollution.

OIL TANKER Al Shaffiah sails at the sea near the Omani coast, as seen from Musandam, Oman, June 26, 2026.

Iran can still produce 50 ballistic missiles a month, despite US-Israeli strikes - report

Despite major damage to its military infrastructure, the Islamic Republic of Iran "likely has at least 1,700 ballistic missiles remaining," and is building more every day, according to reports.

Missiles shown in Iran's 'missile city,' in a video released by the IRGC on Iranian state media, November 10, 2026.

Iran attacks shipping navigation systems on Oman's Didamar island near Strait of Hormuz

Iranian strikes targeted maritime navigation infrastructure on Oman's Didamar island, although the extent of the damage and impact on commercial shipping remains unclear.

A satellite image shows Didamar Island, Oman, September 26, 2023.

Iran tells COP31 it wants compensation for environmental damage from US-Israeli strikes

Iran's President Pezeshkian demanded compensation for environmental damage caused by US and IDF operations, arguing that wartime destruction must be addressed in global climate commitments.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian speaks during the UN Climate Change Conference (COP31) in Antalya, Turkey, November 11, 2026.

Oil prices rise 1.1% amid concerns of shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz

Tensions in the Persian Gulf offset expectations for a diplomatic agreement between the US and Iran, while attacks on vessels and rising US inventories impact trading.

The Strait of Hormuz.

Iran war, Hormuz disruptions drive first drop in global fossil fuel emissions since 2020 - report

Global fossil fuel emissions are projected to fall 0.4% in 2026, the first drop since 2020, partly as the Iran war cut oil and gas use. Researchers warn the decline is unlikely to last.

Vessels transit the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of the port city of Bandar Abbas in southern Iran on September 5, 2026; illustrative

Tankers continue to burn in the Middle East despite hopes for de-escalation

The International Maritime Organization has confirmed 130 incidents, most of them attacks, in the region since the conflict began in late February, with at least 25 seafarers killed.

A drone view shows vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, June 15, 2026.

Italy says EU nations failed to commit to Red Sea security, despite calls from FM

"I have yet to see anything concrete," Crosetto told Reuters, although he said EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas had "fully understood" the importance of Italy's request.

Puntland Maritime Police Forces patrol the Bosasso coastline in the Red Sea against ISIS in Bari Region, in the Gulf of Aden, Puntland region, Somalia January 30, 2025.

IDF prepares for surprise Iranian attack as US pursues diplomatic deal with Tehran

Israeli defense officials assess that US President Donald Trump would prefer to avoid a military confrontation and resolve tensions through diplomacy.

Traffic moves on a rainy day in Tehran, November 8, 2026.