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Pirates allegedly hijack chemical tanker Asana in Gulf of Aden off Yemen

Chemical tanker ship Asana is believed to have been hijacked by armed assailants in the Gulf of Aden on Friday.

The Times of India

Family of missing Indian sailor confirms he is dead after attack on ship in Strait of Hormuz

Sailor’s family says they are awaiting his remains to complete his last rites

The Independent UK

US strikes Bushehr as Iran's parliament tables bill to control Hormuz

Four points in the port city hosting Iran's only nuclear power plant were hit by US projectiles on Tuesday, as Iran's parliament formally submitted a bill asserting Tehran's permanent control over the Strait of Hormuz.

Euronews

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India summons Iranian diplomat after sailor’s death in Strait ‌of ‌Hormuz

This marks the latest incident involving Indian seafarers caught in the escalating US-Iran conflict

The Independent UK

Container ship catches fire off Oman coast hours after US strike; British crew escapes on lifeboat

The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said the damaged vessel was located east of Oman and confirmed that the crew had safely evacuated. "UKMTO has been informed by military authorities and the CSO of the vessel that the crew have abandoned the vessel and are currently embarked in a…

The Times of India

Iran's Parliament Speaker Accuses US of Violating Peace Agreement, Says 'The Era of Bullying and Extortion Is Over'

Iran’s Speaker of the Parliament, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, on Tuesday accused the U.S. of committing major violations of the terms agreed upon in the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between Washington and Tehran following missile strikes.

Benzinga

Third tanker hit in Strait of Hormuz in 24 hours as Qatar blames Iran, raising fears over global energy route

Commercial tankers faced escalating attacks in the Strait of Hormuz recently. Qatar blamed Iran for an unacceptable assault on its liquefied natural gas vessel. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations reported three tanker incidents within 24 hours. These attacks threaten regional stability and global energy security significantly. Diplomatic efforts continue…

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London stocks mixed amid weak tech but FTSE 100 edges up

The FTSE 100 closed up 14.11 points, 0.1%, at 10,665.88.

Evening Standard

Third tanker hit in Strait of Hormuz in 24 hours, maritime agency says

The UKMTO maritime agency is investigating the incidents and advised vessels in the area to proceed with caution.

Euronews

Three tankers hit in latest attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, British military says

Three tankers were struck in the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday, the British military said, in a sharp escalation of attacks on commercial shipping through the vital waterway at the mouth of the Persian Gulf.

France 24

Oil tanker hit by 'unknown projectile' in Strait of Hormuz, British military says

Iranian state television said a liquified natural gas tanker came under attack Tuesday in the Strait of Hormuz off Oman after ignoring warnings, implying Tehran carried out the assault on a tanker it said was carrying natural gas from Qatar.

Euronews

Iran-US war latest: Khamenei’s funeral procession begins in Tehran as mourners threaten Trump

Thousands gathered to mourn Khamenei as Trump boasts ‘one shot’ could take all the regime’s leaders ‘out’

The Independent UK

Iran seeks to tighten control over strait of Hormuz alongside Khamenei funeral

IRGC warnings force ships in strait to turn back as Tehran uses passages from Qur’an to send messages to Gulf delegations

The Guardian - UK

'Under attack by unknown assailants': British military reports fresh cargo ship attack off Yemen

Off the coast of Hodeidah, Yemen, a cargo ship was attacked by unidentified armed forces, prompting an urgent investigation. This alarming event is set against a backdrop of heightened threats from Houthi rebels, who have been known to target commercial shipping. Concurrently, ground battles between government forces and Houthis have…

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British military says cargo ship reports being under attack in the Red Sea off the coast of Yemen

A cargo ship faced an attack Sunday off Yemen's coast in the Red Sea, near Hodeida. Unknown assailants targeted the vessel, prompting an investigation. This incident follows recent threats from Houthi rebels to resume attacks on shipping. The region has seen increased maritime incidents, including piracy, impacting global trade routes.

Euronews

Cargo ship reports being attacked in the Red Sea, maritime agency says

"Vessels are advised to transit with caution and report any suspicious activity to UKMTO," the agency said.

Euronews

UK maritime agency raises Strait of Hormuz threat level after oil tanker reports being struck

It comes after the US military carried out strikes on Iran, which it said were in response to Iranian drone attacks on shipping in the Strait.

The Economic Times

US-Iran war: UKMTO says ship hit by projectile within Strait of Hormuz

US-Iran war news: A tanker in the Strait of Hormuz reported being struck by an "unidentified projectile," according to the UKMTO. This incident follows US strikes on Iran in retaliation for an earlier drone attack on a cargo ship. Both nations have issued warnings, with the US emphasizing adherence to…

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'Foolish violation of ceasefire deal': Trump says Iran hit cargo ship in Hormuz

US President Donald Trump condemned alleged Iranian drone attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, calling them a "foolish violation of our Ceasefire Agreement." Iran's IRGC Navy asserted control over transit routes, warning vessels to follow Tehran's directives. This follows technical talks between the US and Iran aimed at…

The Economic Times

Taiwan ship operator says vessel hit in Hormuz 'unharmed'

A Taiwanese shipping operator's vessel, the Ever Lovely, sustained minor damage after being struck by an unidentified object in the Strait of Hormuz. The 21 crew members and cargo remain unharmed. Singapore's Maritime and Port Authority condemned the "unprovoked" incident, which occurred as the ship was leaving the strait. The…

The Economic Times

Saudi Aramco resumes oil loading at Ras Tanura after four-month halt, data shows

Saudi Aramco has restarted oil loading at its Ras Tanura terminal after a four-month pause, with two massive crude carriers seen taking on cargo. This resumption follows an interim deal between the US and Iran, which has eased tensions and allowed for increased output and exports from Middle Eastern producers.…

The Economic Times

Iran fired on cargo ship in Strait of Hormuz, say US officials

Iran fired on a cargo ship transiting the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday, according to two US officials cited by Reuters. The vessel had earlier reported being struck by a projectile near Oman's coast. The incident raises fresh concerns over maritime security and shipping traffic through the strategically vital waterway.

The Economic Times

Vessel hit by 'unknown projectile' in Hormuz Strait: Maritime agency

The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) security agency reported that the incident occurred 7.5 nautical miles (14 kilometres) southeast of Dahit, in Oman's Musandam exclave.

Euronews

Oil steadies at $100 and markets stay volatile as US-Iran talks stall

Brent crude trades at $100 per barrel while European indices drop, Asian stocks close mostly flat and US equities open higher. Markets remain volatile as US-Iran talks stall and President Trump reiterates nuclear demands.

Euronews

Ship seized near UAE coast headed for Iranian waters, UK maritime agency says

A ship has been taken near the UAE coast and is headed for Iranian waters, the UK's UKMTO said, in the latest vessel seizure around the Strait of Hormuz.

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