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Persian Gulf
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gellerreport.comworld9 days ago
Some Ships Reverse Near Oman While Dozens Complete Strait of Hormuz Transit
At least eight vessels including oil tankers turned back near the Omani coast between Friday and Saturday. Some later took routes closer to Iran after a mid-June US-Iran deal to reopen the strait. Daily crossings have risen but stay below pre-war levels.
theiranproject.comworld18 days ago
Saudi Arabia Set to Resume Oil Loadings at Two Persian Gulf Terminals After March Pause
Three Saudi-owned VLCCs are gathering near the Ju’aymah terminal ahead of potential loadings. The activity would mark the first known loadings since early March if it proceeds. Saudi Arabia is the world’s top oil exporter.
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japantimes.co.jpworld26 days ago
Nippon Yusen Says 10 Freighters Remain in Persian Gulf
Nippon Yusen reported that ten of its freighters are still operating in the Persian Gulf. Company president Takaya Soga stated at the annual shareholders meeting that the current security situation exceeds what private companies can manage.
theprint.inworld27 days ago
Nearly 18,000 Indian Mariners Remain Trapped in Persian Gulf Region
India's commercial shipping ministry reports more than 18,000 sailors stuck across the Persian Gulf as a U.S.-Iran deal is set to be signed Friday. About 600 vessels remain trapped, according to Kpler.
bbc.co.ukworld42 days ago
Visible Hull Damage on Panama-Flagged Cargo Vessel MSC SARISKA V in Northern Persian Gulf
A closeup image shows damage to the hull of the MSC SARISKA V after an alleged attack earlier in the Northern Persian Gulf off the coast of Iraq. The vessel is Panama-flagged.
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rnz.co.nzworld46 days ago
Iran Conducts Naval Missile Exercise in Territorial Waters of Persian Gulf
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.
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world52 days ago
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.
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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.
nypost.comfinance60 days ago
Iranian 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.jpfinance61 days ago
U.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…
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thegatewaypundit.comworld61 days ago
Apparent 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.comfinance62 days agoUpdated
Iran 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…
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thehindubusinessline.comfinance62 days ago
Kuwait 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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Iran 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…
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Substrate placeholder — needs reviewworld62 days ago
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.
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uctoday.comworld62 days ago
Kuwait 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…
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Fox Newsworld64 days ago
Second 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 Jazeerafinance65 days agoUpdated
Satellite 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…
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insurancejournal.compolitics65 days ago
LNG 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.comworld66 days ago
20,000 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.inworld66 days ago
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.
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zerohedge.combusiness66 days ago
Large 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.inworld66 days ago
Suspected 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.comworld66 days ago
Iran 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…
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upi.comworld68 days ago
Video 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…
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nypost.comworld70 days ago
U.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…
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thehindu.compolitics70 days ago
Gold 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.
nationalpost.comworld80 days ago
Ship-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 @…
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Substrate placeholder — needs reviewworld82 days ago
Strait 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…
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Substrate placeholder — needs reviewfinance83 days ago
U.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…
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Substrate placeholder — needs reviewworld83 days ago
Iranian 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…
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Substrate placeholder — needs reviewworld83 days ago
U.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.
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middleeasteye.networld84 days ago
UN 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.
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info.gov.hkworld84 days ago
International 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.
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theaviationist.comworld84 days ago
US 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.
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upi.comworld85 days ago
Persian 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…
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Substrate placeholder — needs reviewworld87 days ago
Multiple 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.
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