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Iran's IRGC navy issues map to guide ships around Hormuz mines, Iranian media say

The status of the Strait of Hormuz is unclear after Iranian media outlets released conflicting reports regarding whether or not oil tankers were being allowed to transit the waterway on Wednesday.

A bird flies near the Jag Vasant vessel transferring LPG at a port after transiting the Strait of Hormuz amid supply disruptions linked to the U.S-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Mumbai, India, April 1, 2026.
An illustration of oil barrels, pipelines, and drills, over the backdrop of US and Iranian flags.

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US President Donald Trump gestures as he boards Air Force One on March 1.

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What impact are Houthi's Red Sea attacks having on people around the world? - State Dept

While the Houthis claimed that they are targeting international shipping to help Palestinians in Gaza, their actions are limiting aid reaching them.

 Armed Houthi followers hold RPG launchers as they take part in a parade during a protest to decry the U.S.-led strikes on Houthi targets and to show support to Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, near Sanaa, Yemen Januar

Danish frigate departs for the Red Sea to assist US-led operation

Denmark is sending the 139-meter Iver Huitfeldt frigate to the area as part of Operation Prosperity Guardian formed last month to protect merchant vessels.

 Danish frigate Iver Huitfeldt sets off for the Gulf of Aden, from the Naval Station in Korsoer, Denmark, January 29, 2024. The Danish frigate will contribute to strengthening maritime security in and around the Red Sea.

Yemen's Houthis attack British oil tanker in Gulf of Aden, fire reported

US and British warplanes, ships and submarines have launched dozens of air strikes across Yemen against Houthi forces in retaliation.

 Newly recruited fighters who joined a Houthi military force intended to be sent to fight in support of the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, march during a parade in Sanaa, Yemen December 2, 2023.

US Navy intercepts missiles in Red Sea while escorting Maersk ships

"While en route, both ships reported seeing explosions close by and the US Navy accompaniment also intercepted multiple projectiles," Maersk said in a statement.

 Newly recruited fighters who joined a Houthi military force intended to be sent to fight in support of the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, march during a parade in Sanaa, Yemen December 2, 2023.

US officials say strikes are diminishing Houthi capacity, after Biden comments earn scrutiny

White House National Security spokesman John Kirby said the US is taking away the Houthis' capability with "each and every strike."

 The Pentagon is seen from the air in Washington, U.S., March 3, 2022, more than a week after Russia invaded Ukraine.

Two diverted oil tankers enter Red Sea but disruptions continue

Reuters has tracked at least 22 other oil tankers to have diverted or paused since last Friday's warning from the US-led Combined Maritime Forces (CMF) in Bahrain.

 A tugboat works to refloat the Oil Products Tanker BURRI after it collided with LNG Tanker BW Lesmes in the waterway of the Suez Canal, Egypt, August 23, 2023

Will Houthi attacks in Red Sea disrupt nascent peace process in Yemen?

Although the warring sides agreed to a draft peace roadmap to end Yemen's civil war, Houthi attacks on ships in the Red Sea and US-UK airstrikes have analysts asking if the peace plan will go ahead.

Newly-recruited fighters who joined a Houthi military force intended to be sent to fight in support of the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip, march during a parade in Sanaa, Yemen December 2, 2023

Yemen's Houthis say UN resolution on navigation on the Red Sea is 'political game'

The UN Security Council on Wednesday demanded Yemen's Houthis immediately end attacks on ships in the Red Sea.

 A man holds up a gun, as Houthi supporters rally to commemorate ten Houthi fighters killed by the US Navy in the Red Sea, in Sanaa, Yemen January 5, 2024

UN Security Council demands Houthis halt Red Sea attacks

"The threat to navigational rights and freedoms in the Red Sea is a global challenge that necessitates a global response," US Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield said.

 A cargo ship boat model is seen in front of "Red Sea" and "Houthi attacks" words in this illustration taken January 9, 2024.

UK deploys new ship to the Red Sea to combat Houthi attacks

Shapps warned that “The Houthis will bear (the) responsibility of the consequences should they ignore these warnings.”

 Type 23 frigate HMS Richmond (top) conducts a Replenishment at Sea (RAS) with RFA Black Rover.