Jaishankar highlights "perceptible increase in threats" to maritime commercial traffic during Iran visit

Jan 15, 2024

Amid maritime security challenges including in the Red Sea, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday spoke about the "perceptible increase in threats" to...

118 commercial vessels redirected, five disabled under Iran blockade: US military

May 31, 2026

US Central Command announced on Sunday that American forces have redirected 118 commercial vessels and disabled five others since enforcing an Iranian naval blockade...

Iran navy claims 32 vessels crossed Strait of Hormuz under IRGC clearance

May 25, 2026

According to Tasnim news agency, Iran allowed 32 commercial vessels to cross the Strait of Hormuz after vetting them through the IRGC Navy. The...

Iran warns of "decisive actions" to safeguard national security after US moves

Jul 08, 2026

Iran has condemned recent US military strikes and the revocation of its oil export sanctions waivers, warning of decisive countermeasures. The escalation follows missile...

Iraq shuts down oil ports after attack on marine vessels in its waters

Mar 12, 2026

United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) issued an urgent "ATTACK" warning following a serious maritime incident in the northern Gulf involving multiple commercial vessels.

Hormuz open for ships not travelling to or from Iranian ports, US Navy ensuring transit: White House

Jul 16, 2026

The White House on Thursday (local time) said the Strait of Hormuz remains open for commercial vessels that are not travelling to or from...