US President Donald Trump met Indian PM Narendra Modi at the G7 summit, calling him the 'most beautiful man' and pledging unwavering support. The meeting occurred amid US-India trade talks and following US military strikes in the Gulf of Oman that killed Indian seafarers, prompting India's call for an end to such attacks.
Three Iranian tankers, Diona, Hero II, and Sonia I, owned by the sanctioned National Iranian Tanker Company, have broadcast their locations as they crossed a US naval blockade in the Arabian Sea. This move signals Iran's confidence despite the US stating the blockade remains until a deal is signed.
Several tankers carrying Iranian oil have reportedly crossed the US blockade line in the Strait of Hormuz, according to TankerTrackers. This comes two days before new talks between the US and Iran are set to begin on a framework agreement to end their war, which could see sanctions on oil sales lifted.
Iranian oil tankers pass through US blockade after deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz, signaling return of Iranian oil to global markets
The US administration is considering measures to resume oil tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, including a paid "VIP pass" for expedited transit protected by US ships, Politico reported. Around 500 vessels await safe passage amid ongoing US-Iran negotiations.
Iranian oil tankers have passed through a US blockade in the Strait of Hormuz for the first time in two months, following an announced peace deal between Iran and the US. At least two supertankers carrying 3.8 million barrels of crude oil exited the blockade line.
Hai siêu tàu chở dầu của Iran, DIONA và HERO2, đã rời khu vực bị hải quân Mỹ phong tỏa, vận chuyển 3,8 triệu thùng dầu thô. Một tàu khác cũng rời đi với 1 triệu thùng. Động thái này cho thấy Mỹ có thể đã dỡ bỏ lệnh phong tỏa trước thỏa thuận hòa bình dự kiến ký tại Thụy Sĩ.
The US military is conducting covert ship-to-ship oil transfers in the Gulf of Oman to maintain energy exports amid an Iranian blockade. The operation, involving smaller tankers transferring oil to larger vessels, aims to mitigate the global energy supply shock caused by the Strait of Hormuz closure.
Trois pétroliers iraniens ont franchi le détroit d'Ormuz, marquant les premières exportations de brut depuis deux mois suite à un accord avec les États-Unis. La signature officielle du protocole d'accord aura lieu vendredi en Suisse.
At least three Iranian tankers carrying nearly five million barrels of crude oil have exited the U.S. Navy blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, the first outbound shipments in two months. This comes as shipowners cautiously reposition ahead of an anticipated U.S.-Iran deal signing in Geneva.
The US military is secretly orchestrating ship-to-ship oil transfers in the Gulf of Oman, using drones and helicopters to maintain energy exports amid regional tensions. At least 116 ships have participated since May in operations near Fujairah and Sohar.
A US Apache helicopter, shot down by Iran, was reportedly part of a clandestine ship-to-ship oil transfer operation in the Gulf of Oman aimed at maintaining energy exports amid sanctions. The operation uses drones and helicopters to guide convoys, with satellite imagery revealing extensive tanker activity near Oman's port of Sohar.
A ceasefire ends the 108-day US-Israel war on Iran, resulting in thousands of deaths and hundreds of billions in economic losses. Despite tactical successes like assassinating leaders and degrading infrastructure, strategic goals of capitulation were not met, leading to a 'freeze' rather than a clear victory or defeat.
British forces seized a Russian-linked oil tanker, the Smyrtos, in the English Channel suspected of breaching sanctions. An Indian national was arrested, and Prime Minister Keir Starmer called it a blow to Russia's war funding.
Global oil and gas markets have seen prices fall after a US-Iran peace deal was confirmed, potentially reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude dropped to $83 a barrel and gas prices fell 6%, easing fears of severe economic consequences.
Fury mounts in India over US refusal to apologize for killing Indian sailors in Strait of Hormuz strikes. Leaders to meet at G7 amid strained relations, with families demanding answers and opposition criticizing PM Modi's silence.
Three tankers, including one with an Indian crew, were struck by US forces in the Strait of Hormuz this week. Three Indian sailors died on MT Settebello, which the US claims violated its blockade of Iranian ports. India has condemned the attacks and summoned the US Charge d'affaires.
Delhi's water tankers are losing thousands of litres daily due to leakages from valves, joints, and overflow points. This wastage occurs from filling stations to delivery points, exacerbating water scarcity for residents who rely on these tankers for basic needs.
The US military has struck three tankers in the Gulf of Oman over three days, resulting in at least three Indian sailor deaths. The US Central Command claims the vessels violated a blockade of Iranian ports, while India condemns the attacks and summons the US embassy deputy head.
Iran has announced the complete closure of the Strait of Hormuz to all oil tankers and commercial ships in response to recent US strikes. The move, which threatens global energy supplies, escalates tensions between the two nations and jeopardizes ongoing peace negotiations.
Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya military headquarters announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz to oil tankers and commercial vessels, threatening to open fire on any ship attempting to pass, following new US raids on Iran. Oil prices rose by approximately $2 per barrel.
Donald Trump announced a "secret mission" where the US military allegedly helped over 200 commercial ships move millions of barrels of oil through the Strait of Hormuz, defying Iran's blockade. Details remain scarce, with independent verification challenging.
Donald Trump claims a "secret mission" by the US military escorted over 100 million barrels of oil through the Strait of Hormuz last month. He made the assertion on his Truth Social platform.
EU naval vessels in Operation IRINI can now detain foreign tankers suspected of transporting Russian oil to curb funding for its military operation in Ukraine, announced EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas.
