Shipping
Houthi attack on cargo ship kills three crew members
A maritime strike in the Bab al-Mandeb Strait has killed multiple crew members, heightening safety concerns across critical international shipping lanes.
Houthi strike kills four crew on Egyptian cargo vessel in Red Sea
An Egyptian-owned cargo ship was struck by an unknown projectile in the Bab el-Mandeb strait, resulting in four crew fatalities and injuring three rescuers.
Iran and Oman negotiate safe navigation framework for Strait of Hormuz
Iran and Oman report an understanding on a safe navigation framework for the Strait of Hormuz amid plummeting commercial traffic and US tensions.
Iran-US war latest: Trump claims Strait of Hormuz is sort of open
US President Donald Trump stated the Strait of Hormuz is sort of open under American naval protection, while maritime data shows sharp drops in vessel traffic.
UK adds 19 targets to Russia sanctions list
The UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has expanded its anti-Russian sanctions regime by adding 19 new entries, including banks, energy firms, and vessels.
Gulf shipping traffic down after Houthis say they attacked Saudi tanker
Gulf shipping traffic dropped sharply on Wednesday following maritime attacks and Houthi claims, compounding regional trade paralysis.
Iran seeks authority over inbound vessels in Hormuz talks with Oman
Iran is seeking formal authority over inbound shipping and visibility over outbound traffic through the Strait of Hormuz as diplomatic discussions with Oman advance.
Oman presents Iran with GCC-backed plan for voluntary Hormuz fees
Oman has delivered a GCC-backed proposal to Iran suggesting joint supervision of the Strait of Hormuz and voluntary navigation fees to help resolve ongoing trade disruptions.