Oman evacuates crew from burning tanker off Musandam; 11 Indian nationals among injured
The Royal Oman Air Force airlifted crew members to Khasab Hospital after the Panama-flagged ON PEACE was attacked, with India confirming 11 of its nationals were injured.
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UKMTO reports maritime incident as Iran’s IRGC threatens transiting tanker off Oman’s Khasab
The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) has reported a security incident occurring just 11 nautical miles off the coast of Khasab, Oman. According to the maritime security agency’s latest…
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Tanker catches fire after being struck by ‘unknown projectile’ in Strait of Hormuz
The UK Maritime Trade Operations center confirmed the attack in the strategic waterway on Thursday, noting that all crew members are safe as authorities assess the vessel’s damage.
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Bahrain leads 80 nations in urgent call to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Bahrain is spearheading an international coalition demanding the immediate and complete reopening of the critical maritime chokepoint to ensure global trade stability.
Read moreTwo commercial vessels hit by projectiles near Oman’s Khasab
Two merchant vessels were struck by unidentified projectiles near Khasab, Oman, raising maritime security concerns near the Strait of Hormuz.
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Strait of Hormuz shipping falls sharply as US-Iran conflict escalates
Only six commodity vessels were tracked through the Strait of Hormuz over the latest 24-hour period, highlighting the growing disruption to one of the world’s most important energy routes.
Read moreOil tanker carrying 2 million barrels of Iraqi fuel hit in Gulf waters
The Panama-flagged New Andros was hit by a drone in Iraqi waters while carrying around two million barrels of Iraqi fuel oil. No crew members were reported injured.
Read moreOman crude price rises by $2.74 as global oil markets remain volatile
Oman’s crude price has risen by $2.74 as international oil markets react to renewed attacks on Gulf energy infrastructure and shipping routes.
Read moreQatar and UK discuss Hormuz tensions and maritime security
Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham discussed the latest escalation around the Strait of Hormuz and its implications for international shipping.
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Hormuz shipping slows as Gulf waits for next move in Iran-US confrontation
Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz has slowed as Iran threatens retaliation against further US attacks, adding pressure to global energy markets and Gulf supply chains.
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Iran plans maritime exclusion zone near Strait of Hormuz after US strikes on tankers
Iran plans a maritime exclusion zone near the Strait of Hormuz following US strikes on oil tankers, further threatening global shipping routes.
Read moreTwo oil tankers hit near Strait of Hormuz amid maritime security alerts
Two oil tankers report hits near the Strait of Hormuz in the last 48 hours, prompting heightened naval security surveillance.
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Qatari Prime Minister visits Tehran for regional de-escalation talks
Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani travels to Tehran to mediate de-escalation and discuss maritime security.
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Tanker struck by projectile in Strait of Hormuz near Oman
A commercial tanker was struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz near Khasab, Oman, sparking a fire that was safely extinguished.
Read moreUAE residents face travel and trade disruptions amid US-Iran standoff
Tensions between the US and Iran lead to UAE travel disruptions and a suspension of commercial and financial transactions with Tehran.
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Regional markets react to geopolitical tensions as oil prices climb
Oil prices extend their rally above $91 a barrel as geopolitical tensions and risks around the Strait of Hormuz persist across regional markets.
Read moreOman and Japan emphasize importance of political solution to de-escalate regional tensions
The Foreign Ministers of Oman and Japan met in Muscat to discuss regional de-escalation and secure maritime navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
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Oman and Iran agree on framework for Strait of Hormuz maritime navigation
Oman and Iran have reportedly agreed on a general framework for managing maritime navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.
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Iran and Oman close in on new Strait of Hormuz maritime traffic regime
Oman and Iran are finalizing a temporary agreement to establish new shipping lanes and manage maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.
Read moreOman mediates 60-day interim agreement to secure Strait of Hormuz shipping
Oman leads negotiations on a temporary 60-day shipping framework to restore safe maritime navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
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Explosion reported near oil tanker off the coast of Oman, crew safe
The UKMTO reported an explosion near a commercial oil tanker off the coast of Khasab, Oman, confirming that all crew members are safe.
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Qatar resumes LNG shipments through Strait of Hormuz as tanker heads to Pakistan
Qatar has resumed LNG exports through the Strait of Hormuz, with the tanker Al Areesh heading to Pakistan following maritime security pauses.
Read moreOman continues mediation efforts with Iran over Strait of Hormuz navigation safety
Oman’s mediation between Iran and international stakeholders regarding shipping safety in the Strait of Hormuz remains active.
Read moreOman Presents Gulf-Backed Proposal for Joint Management of Strait of Hormuz
Oman proposes a joint Gulf-backed management plan and voluntary transit fees to secure shipping routes in the Strait of Hormuz.
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