Strait of hormuz
UKMTO reports two tanker incidents off Oman as Kuwait says it intercepts Iranian drones
In the first incident, a tanker was struck by an unknown projectile about 11 nautical miles northeast of Oman's Lima. Later the master of a tanker reported seeing a large splash and an explosion.
Israel, US consider land blockade against Iran to increase economic isolation - report
Netanyahu's diplomatic victories during his Washington visit come with expiration dates - analysis
Raw hatred and soft power: Who came out ahead after the October 7 massacre? - opinion
Strait of Hormuz seeing less traffic as threat from Iran increases to commercial sailors - report
According to the International Maritime Organization, at least 17 sailors have been killed since the beginning of the war, with three killed and over a dozen wounded in the last week alone.
Khamenei says Trump's signature on MoU is 'worthless' as US, Iran continue strikes
Khamenei threatened that "the noble Iranian nation and the Axis of Resistance have unforgettable lessons in store" for the US Army.
Iran attacks US bases in Gulf as CENTCOM completes seventh consecutive round of strikes
IDF strikes Hezbollah drone • Khamenei reportedly warns of additional full-scale retaliation if US strikes continue • Iran attacks US bases in Saudi Arabia
US CENTCOM concludes seventh consecutive night of strikes against Iranian military sites
According to CENTCOM, US forces struck Iranian surveillance sites, military logistics infrastructure, underground weapons storage, and naval capabilities using fighter jets, drones, and warships.
My Word: Middle Eastern summer stories - opinion
The Middle East never takes a break, with power struggles, hidden agendas, and dangerous alliances shaping the region’s future.
US concludes seventh round of Iran strikes as Tehran attacks Gulf states
US denies Iranian claim that oil tankers exploded in Hormuz • Tehran reportedly warns of full-scale retaliation if US strikes continue • CENTCOM: US forces keeping Strait of Hormuz ‘free and open’
Dubai denies reports of explosions as Iran claims US struck in Bandar Abbas, Qeshm Island
Witnesses told Reuters that they heard blasts in downtown Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on Thursday, however, Dubai's official media office called these reports "false."
Gulf State leadership tried to dissuade Trump from implementing Hormuz tolls - report
According to a CNN report, leaders from Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, and Qatar were among those who convinced Trump to abandon the proposed 20% fee on cargo.
US sanctions network accused of procuring weapons for IRGC as Iran ramps up strikes in Hormuz
Those targeted allegedly used aviation and logistics companies in Iran, Italy, and Russia to source arms and drone components in violation of renewed UN restrictions.
‘I trust President Trump’
Sylvan Adams, President of the World Jewish Congress, Israel, explains why he believes the US president sees through Iran’s tactics – and why he trusts his judgment
