Four Indian nationals were killed and one critically injured after the commercial vessel MV Golden Leo was attacked off Odesa, Ukraine. India condemned the strike, summoned a Russian diplomat, and is providing assistance to those affected.
The U.S. military conducted strikes on approximately 140 Iranian military targets in retaliation for Tehran's attack on a commercial vessel in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran's IRGC claimed to have hit U.S. facilities in Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, and Qatar, warning of harsher retaliation.
The US launched fresh strikes on Iran after the IRGC attacked a Cyprus-flagged vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran claims to have closed. This follows earlier attacks on commercial tankers and an exchange of strikes that raised regional tensions.
The US military launched airstrikes against over 80 targets in Iran, citing retaliation for Iranian attacks on three commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran vowed a "crushing response" and claimed to target US military sites in Bahrain and Kuwait, while also reporting explosions in southern Iranian cities and shooting down a US drone.
The U.S. initiated retaliatory strikes against Iran on Tuesday following Iranian attacks on three commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. These actions threaten to escalate regional conflict and impact global oil prices.
Following Iran's vessel attacks, US Central Command forces launched strikes near Sirik and Qeshm. The US Treasury also canceled a license for Iranian crude oil sales. Iranian President Pezeshkian departed Iraq after attending funeral rites for Ayatollah Khamenei.
The US military conducted air strikes against over 80 targets in southern Iran in response to Iranian attacks on three commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran vowed a "crushing response" and accused the US of violating a memorandum of understanding.
Oil prices surged Wednesday following US military strikes against Iran. The retaliatory action was prompted by Iran's attacks on three commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, threatening a recent ceasefire and leading the US Treasury to revoke Iran's oil sale waiver.
Oil prices surged Wednesday following US retaliatory strikes on Iran after Tehran attacked commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. WTI futures rose 2.87% to $72.46, and Brent crude futures jumped 2.75% to $76.18.
US Central Command forces have launched strikes against Iran in retaliation for Iranian attacks on three commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, citing the need to impose costs for targeting civilian shipping.
The U.S. launched "powerful strikes" against Iran on Tuesday in retaliation for Iranian attacks on three commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. The strikes risk reigniting regional conflict and could lead to fears of the strait closing again, impacting global oil prices and inflation.
The UN's International Maritime Organization (IMO) paused its Strait of Hormuz evacuation initiative for 600 ships and 11,000 mariners after a Singapore-flagged cargo ship was attacked by a suspected drone near Oman. The incident occurred hours after Iran warned vessels against unauthorized routes.
Two Indian sailors died and a chief engineer is missing after the Palau-flagged MT Settebello was attacked near the Strait of Hormuz. 21 of 24 Indian crew members were rescued, with search operations ongoing. India has formally protested the attack, citing escalating regional tensions.
South Korean shipper HMM Co.'s vessel HMM Namu to be repaired in Dubai after being attacked in Strait of Hormuz
South Korea's Foreign Minister Cho Hyun stated that the investigation into the May 4 attack on the HMM Namu vessel in the Strait of Hormuz is nearing completion. The government plans to disclose the findings, though identifying the perpetrator remains difficult. Cho also described a recent summit with Japan as a success.
South Korea's Foreign Minister Cho Hyun urged Iran's counterpart, Abbas Araghchi, to clarify Tehran's stance on a recent attack involving a South Korean-operated vessel in the Strait of Hormuz. Both sides agreed on the need for safe passage in the waterway.
South Korea suspects Iran behind May 4 attack on its vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, with low likelihood of another actor; investigation ongoing.
South Korea assesses low likelihood of non-Iranian involvement in May 4 Strait of Hormuz attack on its vessel, citing lack of pirates and ongoing evidence gathering
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South Korea suspects Iran behind May 4 attack on its vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, citing low likelihood of other actors; investigation ongoing.
A U.S. seizure of an Iranian cargo ship and reports of vessels coming under fire in the Gulf have pushed a fragile ceasefire with Tehran to the brink.
A U.S. seizure of an Iranian cargo ship and reports of vessels coming under fire in the Gulf have pushed a fragile ceasefire with Tehran to the brink.
