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


IRGC intercepts, averts 'hostile fighter jet' over Qeshm Island, according to local reports

The explosions over the water may have been warning shots fired at ships violating international agreements in the Strait of Hormuz, IRNA added, citing unofficial sources. 

A satellite image shows Qeshm Island following suspected oil spills at sea, off the coast of Iran, August 10, 2026.

Tanker in Strait of Hormuz hit by explosives attached to small boat, crew reported safe

According to UKTMO, the vessel was approached by a smaller ship that attached the explosives to the hull above the waterline. The subsequent blasts resulted in a fire in the vessel's engine room.

FILE PHOTO: Vessels near the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam Thursday, 10th September 2026, 09:00

Vance tells Tehran that avoiding renewed US strikes will require nuclear negotiations - report

The letter is Washington’s highest-level outreach to Tehran in months, according to Axios, and comes as Trump considers resuming strikes after the US midterms.

US Vice President JD Vance speaks at a midterm campaign rally on October 28, 2026 in Kinston, North Carolina.

Erdogan tells Trump Turkey making diplomatic efforts on Strait of Hormuz, Yemen

Erdogan told Trump that Turkey is working to resolve the Strait of Hormuz and Yemen crises through diplomacy, as Iran considers a new Qatar-mediated ceasefire proposal.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan speaks at the AK Party headquarters, Ankara, Turkey, October 7, 2026; illustrative.

Iran is in close contact with mediators on seven-day plan, foreign minister says

The White House told The Jerusalem Post that Iran is in "very bad condition" economically and militarily, as Washington maintains its blockade and Tehran considers a new ceasefire proposal.

Iran's new foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi (L), meets with Qatari Prime Mnister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani (R) in Tehran on August 26, 2024. (illustrative)

US campaign to cripple Iran's economy risks falling short without global partners, experts say

Washington Institute experts warn that the economic campaign on Iran needs stronger international sanctions coordination and counterterrorism cooperation to disrupt Iran's financial networks.

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announces a new set of sanctions against Iran, describing them as "an economic D-Day", in the Cash Room at the Treasury Department on August 24, 2026 in Washington, DC.

Qatar says Iran needs to show good intentions for mediation efforts to succeed

Qatar urged Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and halt threats against Gulf states, saying Tehran must demonstrate goodwill for mediation efforts to succeed.

Qatar's Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani meets with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on the sidelines of 81st United Nations General Assembly, in New York City, US, September 22, 2026.

Iran threatens 'legal action' against South Korean shipping company in Strait of Hormuz

Tehran has sought to tighten its grip on the strategic waterway by attacking shipping there since ​US and Israeli ⁠airstrikes on Iran on February 28.

Vessels at the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, October 12, 2026.

Tensions continue to mount as Iraq balances the Iran border crossing closures with national needs

Authorities closed the al-Shib crossing last week as they upgraded security and detection equipment, an Iraqi official told Reuters on Wednesday.

Iraqi security forces stand at the Shalamcheh border crossing with Iran after Iraq closed the crossing following airstrikes on the Iranian side that security sources said killed an Iraqi citizen, Iraq, April 4, 2026.

Saudi Arabia intercepts three Houthi missiles, IDF kills four terrorists in Gaza operation

Trump tells election rally that Iran, not US, started war • Hebron business demolitions carried out without prior hearing, state tells High Court • UKMTO reports vessel on fire off Iraq's coast

IDF soldiers take part in a military operation in the West Bank city of Hebron, October 25, 2026