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thehindu.combusiness10 days ago
Iran Proposes Toll for Ships Passing Through Strait of Hormuz
Iran has stated it wants to charge a toll for vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz. The proposal remains unresolved in talks with U.S. negotiators.
en.globes.co.ilworld10 days ago
U.S. Officials Report Increased Shipping Through Strait of Hormuz
Transits through the Strait of Hormuz have risen during the sixteenth day of Iran negotiations. The American Conservative reported that U.S. officials expressed concern over potential threats to negotiators.
insurancejournal.comworld10 days ago
Thousands of Sailors Remain Aboard Ships in Strait of Hormuz After 100 Days
More than 1,000 commercial vessels carrying thousands of crew members have been unable to exit the Strait of Hormuz for over 100 days. Shipping companies and crews are managing extended stays with limited supplies and restricted movement.
swarajyamag.combusiness13 days ago
Shipping Traffic Through Strait of Hormuz Rebounds After Weekend Strikes
Maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz increased Monday after weekend exchanges of strikes between the U.S. and Iran. Tracking data showed 40 vessels passed through the waterway on Monday compared with 24 on Sunday.
theiranproject.comworld13 days ago
Oman Proposes Joint Fee Collection Plan for Strait of Hormuz with Iran
Oman and Iran have agreed to pursue a plan to collect voluntary service fees from ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz. The proposal follows the end of recent U.S.-Iran conflict and comes despite prior U.S. objections to any tolls on the waterway.
en.antaranews.combusiness13 days ago
Shipping Traffic in Strait of Hormuz Increases Then Declines
Vessels that had been stranded for months began moving through the strait in larger numbers. Many ships later pulled back after Iran and the U.S. exchanged attacks over the weekend.
jns.orgworld16 days ago
Kuwait intercepts Iranian missiles, condemns strikes on its territory
Kuwaiti forces intercepted two ballistic missiles over its airspace with no reported damage or casualties. Kuwait's foreign ministry condemned the incident as a violation of its sovereignty.
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insurancejournal.comworld17 days ago
Oman Tells European Officials Strait of Hormuz Will Not Revert to Pre-War Status
Oman informed European officials that the Strait of Hormuz will not return to its pre-war configuration. The message also indicated ships may face new fees for passage.
Washington Examinerpolitics17 days ago
Iranian drone strikes Singaporean cargo ship in Strait of Hormuz
A Singaporean-flagged cargo ship was struck by an Iranian drone while transiting a U.N.-designated safe route. The incident occurred days after Iran and the U.S. signed a memorandum of understanding intended to keep the strait open.
theiranproject.comfinance18 days ago
Saudi Arabia Loads Four Supertankers at Once in Persian Gulf
Four supertankers are loading crude oil simultaneously at two terminals in the Persian Gulf. Two began loading yesterday at Ju'aymah single-point moorings and two more started this morning at Ras Tanura.
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winnipegfreepress.comworld19 days ago
Liberian tanker uses Oman route through Strait of Hormuz
A Liberian-flagged oil tanker completed passage through the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday using a coastal route near Oman. The transit occurred amid Iranian warnings and an interim U.S.-Iran accord that began a 60-day negotiation period last week.
nypost.comfinance19 days ago
Oil prices fall near $70 a barrel after evacuation plan announced
Brent crude dropped 3.1 percent to $73.13 a barrel and West Texas Intermediate fell 3.8 percent to $70.43. The declines followed an International Maritime Organization announcement that Iran and Oman will coordinate the evacuation of more than 11,000 seafarers from the Strait of…
insurancejournal.comfinance24 days ago
Iran Requires Tehran-Approved Insurance for Strait of Hormuz Transit
Iranian authorities will require vessels to carry insurance policies approved by Tehran before they can pass through the Strait of Hormuz. The measure applies to the narrow waterway that carries a significant share of global oil shipments.
al-monitor.combusiness25 days ago
Ships Begin Moving After Deal to Reopen Strait of Hormuz
Commercial vessels have started cautious transits through the Strait of Hormuz following an agreement to resume shipping. Companies report ongoing challenges including potential mines and unclear coordination among authorities.
iraqinews.comfinance27 days ago
Iranian Supertanker Crosses U.S. Blockade with Tracker On
An Iranian supertanker carrying crude oil left the port of Chabahar, crossed a U.S. blockade, and continued into the Gulf of Oman on Tuesday. Its automatic identification system remained active, the first such transit since the blockade began in April.
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apnews.comfinance33 days ago
Shares of Hong Kong Shipping Firm Intercont Cayman Jump 55% Before the Open
The stock of the Hong Kong-based maritime shipping and investment holding company rose sharply before the market open. The move followed a modest gain the previous day and coincided with a large increase in short interest.
news18.comfinance43 days ago
U.S. Military Escorts Ships Through Strait of Hormuz
Central Command has assisted roughly 70 commercial vessels through the strait over three weeks. Traffic remains far below pre-conflict levels while Iran maintains its own route and threatens closure.
foxnews.compolitics45 days ago
Iran Has No Legal Right to Impose Fees on Strait of Hormuz, Trump Says
The U.S. president stated that Iran is required to allow passage through the Strait of Hormuz without charging fees. No such fee prohibition appears in the existing agreement.
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Defense Newsworld45 days ago
US and Iran Agree to Mutual De-escalation; Tehran Reopens Strait of Hormuz
The United States and Iran have agreed in principle on a memorandum of understanding that would lift the U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports and begin 60 days of negotiations on sanctions and Iran's nuclear program.
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abcnews.go.comworld47 days ago
Russian Tanker Diverts From Cuba Route
A Russian tanker that had appeared headed for Cuba has altered course. The change leaves the island without an expected fuel delivery amid an existing U.S. oil blockade.
finance.yahoo.comworld48 days ago
Strait of Hormuz Closure Draws Statements on Global Impact
A report on the closure of the Strait of Hormuz includes statements describing the situation as unsustainable and unacceptable. The statements characterize the closure as illegal.
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activistpost.compolitics51 days ago
Iranian State Media Says Strait of Hormuz Remains Under Its Management
Iranian state media stated the Strait of Hormuz will stay under Iranian management even if ship traffic returns to normal levels. The announcement follows earlier comments that the waterway would be opened.
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thehindu.compolitics52 days ago
Officials Say Contingency Plan Needed If Iran Keeps Strait of Hormuz Closed
Officials stated that a contingency plan would be required if Iran does not reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The statement addressed potential disruptions to shipping routes in the region.
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theyeshivaworld.comfinance52 days ago
Japan to Receive First Saudi Crude Shipment via Strait of Hormuz Since February
A supertanker carrying 2 million barrels of Saudi crude is scheduled to reach Japan on May 25 after transiting the Strait of Hormuz in late April. The shipment is the first Middle East crude delivery to Japan through the strait since the Iran war began on February 28.
insidermonkey.comworld56 days ago
Most Large Non-Iranian Tankers Exit Persian Gulf with Cargo During Conflict
Nearly all large non-Iranian tankers that entered the Persian Gulf during the war have exited carrying cargo. The pattern covers vessels that arrived after the conflict began.
thehindu.comfinance56 days ago
Sanctioned LPG Tanker Loads Cargo at Iran's Kharg Island
A tanker under U.S. sanctions loaded liquefied petroleum gas at Iran's Kharg Island on May 16. The vessel had not transmitted AIS signals for nearly two weeks before the loading.
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thehindu.comfinance57 days ago
22 Tankers Observed at Kharg Island Anchorage
Satellite tracking showed 22 tankers anchored at Iran's Kharg Island on May 17. Six of the vessels carried no cargo.
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The Boston Globebusiness57 days ago
U.S. Blockade Limits Shipping in Strait of Hormuz
Commercial traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remained low on Saturday with ten observed transits, up from five the previous day. A supertanker carrying Iraqi crude resumed its voyage after a five-day halt by U.S. forces. Iran stated that normal shipping would resume once the c…
thehindu.compolitics58 days ago
US and Iran remain in standoff over Strait of Hormuz
Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz has been severely reduced amid a diplomatic standoff between the United States and Iran. Talks between the two sides have stalled with no immediate resolution in sight. The waterway is a critical route for global energy shipments.
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world60 days ago
Two Japanese Tankers Cross Strait of Hormuz After Talks With Iranian Officials
Two Japanese tankers completed a transit of the Strait of Hormuz following direct talks between Japanese officials and Iranian leaders. One vessel, identified as the Eneos Endeavor, passed through safely and is now heading home. The development was reported by the Wall Street Jou…
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news18.comfinance68 days ago
Iranian Tanker VINA/VALLEY Enters Area Off Yemen as Other Sanctioned Vessels Arrive
The tanker VINA/VALLEY with IMO number 9157478 arrived and entered the blockade perimeter on May 7, 2026, while pinging on AIS. The vessel routinely delivers Iranian LPG to the Houthis in Yemen. A larger Iranian oil tanker also arrived the same day amid continued arrivals of carg…
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jns.orgfinance79 days ago
LPG Tanker SEVAN Sanctioned After Loading in Iran, with Deliveries to Yemen and Bangladesh
The tanker LPG SEVAN, identified by number 9177806, faced sanctions on April 24, 2026, following its recent cargo loading in Iran. The vessel frequently delivers to Bangladesh and the Houthis in Yemen. A clarification noted that a referenced photo shows a different tanker carryin…
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thehindubusinessline.comfinance79 days ago
Tanker Identified as NITC's HERBY After Cargo Transfer in Riau Archipelago
A tanker resembling NITC's HERBY was observed heading home after transferring two million barrels of Iranian crude oil via STS in the Riau archipelago. It last transmitted a signal on April 12, 2026, off the southwest coast of India. The observation was reported by @TankerTracker…
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middleeasteye.networld81 days ago
Iranian Cargo Ship Arrives in Iran Amid Reported US Blockade
An Iranian cargo ship crossed the Gulf of Oman under Iranian naval escort and arrived in Iran. This occurred while a US blockade is reportedly in force. The movement raises questions about the blockade's implementation.
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US-Sanctioned Tanker Rich Starry Returns to Strait of Hormuz After Exiting Gulf
Shipping data showed the US-sanctioned tanker Rich Starry returning to the Strait of Hormuz on April 15, 2026, after exiting the Persian Gulf the previous day. The vessel did not break through a US blockade on ships calling at Iranian ports. This movement highlights ongoing restr…
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Satellite Imagery Shows Tanker Departing Kharg Island with AIS Spoofing
Satellite imagery has captured a tanker leaving Kharg Island in Iran while its Automatic Identification System signal indicated a departure from Saudi Arabia. This spoofing technique masks the vessel's true origin. The observation highlights ongoing monitoring of maritime activit…
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VLCC Ship MARINERA Approaches United States After Prior Detention
The very large crude carrier (VLCC) previously known as BELLA 1, with IMO number 9230880, was renamed MARINERA following an incident involving the crew painting a Russian flag. The ship was detained and taken to Scotland after evading the US Coast Guard in the Atlantic. It is now…
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Fleet of Empty Very Large Crude Carriers Approaches US Gulf Coast
A group of empty very large crude carriers, each capable of transporting about 2 million barrels of oil, is heading toward the US Gulf Coast. These supertankers are traveling at full speed. The movement was reported by @MarioNawfal on X.
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TankerTrackers Reports Limited Vessel Activity in Persian Gulf Ten Hours After Update
TankerTrackers, a maritime tracking account, provided an update on vessel traffic in the Persian Gulf region, noting minimal changes ten hours after an initial observation. The report includes views of AIS data showing general shipping and vessels originating from Iran. This come…
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Satellite Imagery Detects Sanctions-Compliant VLCC Supertanker Entering Gulf via Strait of Hormuz Without AIS
Satellite imagery analysis by TankerTrackers indicates that an empty very large crude carrier (VLCC) supertanker, compliant with sanctions, entered the Persian Gulf through the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday with its Automatic Identification System (AIS) transponder disabled. The v…
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