Persian Gulf
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rnz.co.nzIranian State Media Reports Missile Launches Toward Persian Gulf Naval Targets
Iranian state media reported that missiles were fired from southern Iran toward naval targets in the Persian Gulf. No independent confirmation of impacts or casualties has been issued.
GPS Interference Reported Across Persian Gulf Region
A map from GPSJAM shows elevated signal interference in four clusters covering the Strait of Hormuz, southern UAE coast, central Gulf near Bahrain, and northern Gulf near Kuwait. The affected areas include locations that host U.S. military assets.
insidermonkey.comMost 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.
nypost.comIranian Personnel Seize Honduras-Flagged Vessel Off UAE Coast
Iranian personnel boarded and seized a Honduras-flagged fishery research vessel anchored 38 nautical miles northeast of Fujairah in the United Arab Emirates on Thursday. The UK Maritime Trade Operations reported the ship is now heading toward Iranian territorial waters. The incid…
japantimes.co.jpU.S. Asks China to Urge Iran to Change Actions in Gulf
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the United States is urging China to play a more active role in persuading Iran to change its course in the Persian Gulf. Rubio made the comments in a Fox News interview aired on May 13, 2026. The remarks represent an open acknowledgment that W…
thegatewaypundit.comApparent Oil Slicks Seen in Persian Gulf After U.S. Strikes on Kharg Island and Iranian Drone Attack on Oil Tanker
Satellite imagery shows a 60km slick moving south from Kharg Island and a trail behind the damaged ADNOC tanker Barakah, struck by Iranian drones on May 4, 2026. A small amount of bunker fuel was released from the crude oil tanker, which remains anchored off Oman with no crew inj…
nypost.comIran Says Four Detained by Kuwait Were on Routine Naval Patrol
Iran's Foreign Ministry stated that four Iranians arrested by Kuwait were conducting a routine naval patrol mission. The ministry said the vessel entered Kuwaiti territorial waters after a navigation disruption. The incident occurred in an area of the Persian Gulf where maritime…
thehindubusinessline.comKuwait Says It Arrested Four IRGC Operatives After Firefight on Bubiyan Island
Kuwait's interior ministry reported that four Iranian operatives affiliated with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps attempted to infiltrate Bubiyan Island by sea earlier this month. A firefight occurred, seriously wounding one Kuwaiti service member. Kuwait summoned Iran's amb…
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dailyalert.orgIran Expands Definition of Strait of Hormuz
Iran has significantly expanded its definition of the Strait of Hormuz to encompass a much larger area than before the war. An official with its naval forces said the country would not allow any kind of encroachment upon its waters and interests. The change was reported by The Wa…
EU Aviation Safety Agency Extends Existing Middle East Flight Restrictions Until May 2026
The EU Aviation Safety Agency extended the validity of flight warnings for the Middle East and Persian Gulf conflict zone until May 27, 2026. The decision maintains existing restrictions on civil aviation operations in the area. @disclosetv reported the extension.
uctoday.comKuwait Captures Four Operatives Linked to Iran's IRGC on Babiyan Island
Kuwait announced the capture of four operatives linked to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps who infiltrated Babiyan Island. The Foreign Ministry condemned the incident as a violation of Kuwaiti sovereignty and called on Iran to stop such actions. The event comes amid heigh…
Fox NewsSecond Oil Slick Spotted Near Iran’s Kharg Island as Larger Spill Drifts Toward UAE and Qatar
A new suspected oil slick covering 12 to 20 square kilometers was spotted at 11 a.m. local time on 2026-05-11 near Iran’s Kharg Island export hub, one day after U.N. officials warned of potential environmental catastrophe in the Strait of Hormuz crisis. The larger spill identifie…
Al JazeeraSatellite Images Show Shrinking Oil Slick Near Iran’s Kharg Island
New satellite imagery shows a suspected oil slick spanning dozens of square kilometres near Iran’s main oil export hub in the Persian Gulf. Reports estimate tens of thousands of barrels may have leaked, though environmental observers say the slick is shrinking despite initial fea…
insurancejournal.comLNG Tanker Exits Persian Gulf as Shipping Halts in Strait of Hormuz
An LNG tanker has begun exiting the Persian Gulf while all other observable shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remains at a standstill after recent clashes. Officials are seeking to reopen the key energy waterway. The situation follows tensions that have disrupted maritime tra…
nypost.com20,000 US Sailors Maintain Presence in Persian Gulf Amid Drone Threats and Supply Constraints
Some 20,000 sailors remain stuck in the Persian Gulf, which has become a vast nautical prison. Crews spend their days dodging drones, rationing food and playing mahjong, according to reporting that details the unusual conditions facing the mariners.
indiatoday.intoday.in**Oil Slick Detected Off Iran's Kharg Island in Persian Gulf**
Satellite images captured an oil slick near Kharg Island estimated in the tens of thousands of barrels. The spill has raised concerns about the condition of Iran’s oil infrastructure. Kharg Island serves as a key export terminal in the Persian Gulf.
zerohedge.comLarge Oil Slick Detected Off Iran's Kharg Island
Satellite images from May 6 to 8 show a slick covering about 45 square kilometers west of Kharg Island, Iran's primary oil export terminal. The cause remains unknown, with possibilities including a leak or other operational factors. Iranian officials condemned recent U.S. actions…
indiatoday.intoday.inSuspected Oil Spill Detected Near Iran's Kharg Island Export Terminal
Satellite images have revealed a suspected oil spill in the waters near Iran's Kharg Island, a key crude oil export hub. The spill was identified in imagery reviewed on May 8, 2026. Iranian authorities have not issued a public statement on the incident.
al-monitor.comIran Establishes Agency to Vet and Tax Ships in Strait of Hormuz
Iran has created the Persian Gulf Strait Authority to approve vessel transits and collect tolls in the Strait of Hormuz, according to shipping data firm Lloyd’s List Intelligence. The move comes as diplomatic efforts continue to end the conflict that began Feb. 28 with U.S. and I…
upi.comVideo Shows Iranian Navy Attempting to Order U.S. Destroyer to Change Course in Gulf of Oman
PressTV released footage on May 7, 2026, depicting the USS Frank E. Petersen Jr. (DDG-121) in waters where Iranian Sepah Navy instructed it to reverse course. The destroyer responded that it was conducting a transit in accordance with international law. U.S. Central Command has i…
nypost.comU.S. F-16 Conducts Refueling During Patrol Over Persian Gulf Near Qatar and UAE
A U.S. F-16 fighter jet was observed refueling during a patrol over the Persian Gulf, close to the coasts of Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. The aircraft carried a mix of air-to-air missiles, rockets, and precision-guided bombs. The patrol occurred in a region where U.S. mili…
thehindu.comGold Prices Decline Amid U.S.-Iran Exchange of Fire in Persian Gulf
Gold prices held losses following reports of military exchanges between the U.S. and Iran in the Persian Gulf on Monday. The incident threatens a four-week-old ceasefire in the region. It also raises potential risks for inflation.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewShip-to-Ship Crude Oil Transfer Observed Near IRGC Naval Base in Iran
A very large crude carrier and a tanker conducted a ship-to-ship transfer of crude oil today near an Iranian naval base. The activity occurred in front of the IRGC facility at Jask East Bay, with speedboats observed in the area. The incident was reported by @MarioNawfal, citing @…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewStrait of Hormuz Closed Amid Israel-Iran War, Stranding Thousands of Seafarers and Disrupting Global Oil Trade
Nearly 20,000 people on about 2,000 vessels are stranded in the Persian Gulf due to the ongoing U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, which began February 28, 2026. Seafarers report dangers including missiles, drones and sea mines, with some rationing food and water. Industry experts say cle…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewU.S. Boards Iranian Ship, Intercepts 28 Vessels in Persian Gulf
U.S. Central Command reported boarding an Iranian cargo ship that ignored warnings and directing 28 vessels to turn around since the blockade began. Conflicting reports emerged on Iranian tankers bypassing the restriction, sparking political reactions. Senators debated the implic…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewIranian Tankers Transport 9 Million Barrels of Oil Through Persian Gulf
At least two fully laden Iranian tankers have sailed out of the Persian Gulf this week, bypassing a US blockade as part of a larger flotilla. The vessels navigated around warships to deliver roughly 9 million barrels of oil to the market. @business reported the development amid o…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewU.S. Navy Destroyer Fires Deck Gun at Iranian Ship for First Time in Nearly 40 Years
The U.S. Navy destroyer USS Spruance fired its deck gun at the Iranian cargo ship Touska on April 19, marking the first such incident since 1988. The event occurred near the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing tensions. The ship was seized after being damaged but did not sink.
middleeasteye.netUN Maritime Agency Prepares Evacuation Contingency for Ships in Persian Gulf
The UN’s maritime organization is preparing an evacuation plan for hundreds of ships and 20,000 seafarers stranded in the Persian Gulf amid an ongoing war. The plan will activate only upon clear signs of de-escalation. The war has persisted for seven weeks.
info.gov.hkInternational Maritime Organization Develops Evacuation Plan for Ships Stuck in Persian Gulf
The International Maritime Organization is developing a plan to evacuate hundreds of ships currently stuck in the Persian Gulf. This effort addresses recent disruptions in the region. Officials aim to ensure safe passage for the affected vessels.
theaviationist.comUS Navy MQ-4C Triton Drone Conducts Surveillance Mission in Persian Gulf
A US Navy MQ-4C Triton surveillance drone named OVERLORD 02 is operating over the Persian Gulf. The mission involves skirting Iranian airspace and is taking place tonight. @Osinttechnical reported the details of the ongoing surveillance activity.
upi.comPersian Gulf Shipping Drops Sharply Since Late February
Shipping traffic out of the Persian Gulf has fallen dramatically since February 28, according to reports. Daily departures dropped from 150 ships to zero overnight and have remained in single digits for seven weeks, with only five ships reported today. This represents about 3% of…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewMultiple Ships Head Toward Strait of Hormuz to Exit Persian Gulf
Nearly three dozen tankers and cargo ships are sailing toward the Strait of Hormuz to leave the Persian Gulf, according to tracking data. The vessels include those declaring Chinese, Indian, and French ownership. The movement was reported via MarineTraffic.