Russian Security Council Deputy Chairman Dmitry Medvedev stated Russia has the right to attack merchant ships in neutral waters carrying cargo for the enemy, following Western statements on the Russian shadow fleet.
Since the resumption of Iran seaport blockades on July 14, US Central Command has rerouted 49 merchant ships, disabled 2, and boarded 2 vessels in the Middle East.
Six merchant ships have changed course in the past day after Houthis warned of a naval blockade against Saudi Arabia, banning maritime shipping to Saudi ports. The Saudi-led Arab coalition vowed "resolute and harsh measures" to protect merchant ships in the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait, calling the Houthi actions piracy.
The U.S. military launched strikes against Iranian targets after three merchant ships were attacked near the Strait of Hormuz. NATO leaders are meeting in Turkey to discuss increased military capabilities, with the alliance's chief supporting the U.S. strikes.
The US launched strikes against Iranian targets early Wednesday after three merchant ships were attacked in waters off Oman. CENTCOM blamed Iran for the attacks, stating the strikes were to impose "heavy costs" on Tehran for targeting civilians in international waterways. Iran vowed to take necessary measures for national security and accused Washington of breaching an agreement.
A report in Naval & Merchant Ships detailed fires, electrical failures, and propulsion issues on advanced US warships, citing excessive deployments, tech overreliance, and inadequate shipyard support as critical vulnerabilities.
The US launched strikes against Iranian targets after three merchant ships were attacked in waters off Oman. CENTCOM blamed Iran, stating the strikes aimed to impose costs for targeting civilians in international waters. Iran vowed to safeguard its security and accused the US of breaching a memorandum.
The US military launched strikes against Iranian targets early Wednesday following attacks on three merchant ships, including a Qatari LNG vessel, in the Strait of Hormuz. US Central Command stated the strikes aimed to impose costs for targeting civilian shipping, calling Iran's actions unwarranted and a violation of the ceasefire. No immediate claim of responsibility was made.
The U.S. military launched strikes against Iranian targets following attacks on three merchant ships in international waters off Oman. The U.S. Central Command confirmed the actions, citing Iran's "unwarranted, dangerous" actions. The U.S. also revoked a license waiving sanctions on Iranian oil.
US Vice President JD Vance stated that Iran's seaports are no longer blockaded and merchant ships can pass through the Strait of Hormuz following a memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran. He noted that Iranian forces have not attacked ships for two nights, and CENTCOM has allowed a dozen ships through the naval blockade, with 12.5 million barrels of oil already transported.
Nikolay Patrushev, Russian Presidential Aide, stated that Western countries are developing scenarios for pre-emptive strikes on Russian naval bases and planting magnetic mines on merchant ships in European ports. He emphasized the need for Russia's Navy to adopt an active strategy and maintain combat readiness.
US military attacks on merchant ships carrying Indian crew, resulting in fatalities, have fueled anti-American sentiment in India, potentially damaging improving bilateral relations. India has lodged strong protests with US officials.
Three Indian crew members were killed when the US Navy attacked merchant ships off the Oman coast; India lodges strong protest with the US.
China is developing wave-powered autonomous vessels for sustainable distant water management, potentially for patrols, monitoring, and search and rescue operations. These AI-enabled USVs offer a low-cost alternative to traditional naval assets for continuous maritime surveillance.
President Trump announced a pause in U.S. efforts to guide stranded vessels out of the Strait of Hormuz, citing progress toward a deal to end the Iran war. Iran's foreign minister met with China's counterpart, while the UAE reported further drone and missile attacks.
President Trump announced a pause in U.S. efforts to guide stranded vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to facilitate a deal to end the Iran war. Meanwhile, Iran's Foreign Minister met with China's counterpart in Beijing.
WASHINGTON, May 4 (Yonhap) -- Two U.S. commercial ships have successfully passed...
WASHINGTON, May 4 (Yonhap) -- Two U.S. commercial ships have successfully passed...
A record 37 merchant ships crossed the Strait of Hormuz on April 18, the highest number since the regional conflict escalation began, according to TASS calculations. Eight more vessels crossed on April 19 before Iran announced the strait's closure. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi had announced the opening of the strait to commercial shipping, while US President Donald Trump stated Washington would continue its naval blockade until a final agreement is reached. The IRGC Navy subsequently closed the strait until the US blockade is fully lifted.
