IRGC Warns Ships Moving To and From U.S. and Israeli Allies via Strait of Hormuz
IRGC Bans Ships from Ports of Allies in Strait of Hormuz On Friday, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) declared it would prohibit ships from entering the Strait of Hormuz if they originated from nations identified as allies of the United States and Israel. According to a statement from the IRGC’s Public Relations Department, reported […]
U.S. Charges China with Holding Panama-Flagged Ships
Laura DiBella, Chair of the U.S. Federal Maritime Commission (FMC), expressed concern on Thursday regarding an increase in the seizure of Panamanian-flagged ships by Chinese authorities. This follows the Panama Supreme Court’s decision to invalidate a contract that had given Hong Kong-based CK Hutchison control over the two main ports of the Panama Canal. In […]
Iran plans to impose fees on ships for secure passage through the Strait of Hormuz as oil prices exceed $100 due to blockades.
Reports indicate that Iran is considering implementing tolls for ships navigating the Strait of Hormuz, following its blockade of the waterway, which has led oil prices to surpass $100 per barrel and triggered significant disruptions in the global energy market. An Iranian lawmaker informed the state news agency Fars that officials are preparing a bill […]
Over 8,000 Iranian Targets Attacked, 130 Ships Destroyed — ‘Biggest Destruction of a Navy Since WWII’
Military Actions Against Iran’s Naval Capabilities The U.S. military has targeted over 8,000 locations linked to the Iranian military, destroying 130 ships in what has been described as the largest naval destruction in three weeks since World War II. This update comes from Admiral Brad Cooper, the commander of U.S. Central Command, as Iran’s combat […]
Cargo Ships Assert Chinese Ownership to Prevent Iranian Attacks
Commercial Ships Modify Identities Near Strait of Hormuz Reports indicate that commercial vessels navigating the Strait of Hormuz are identifying as Chinese-owned or employing Chinese crews to stave off potential assaults from Iran. According to the Associated Press, at least eight ships were located in the Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman. These vessels have […]
Three Ships Hit by ‘Unidentified Objects’ in the Strait of Hormuz
Three vessels were reportedly struck by “unknown projectiles” in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday. The Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) of Iran claimed responsibility for the attacks, asserting they fired a fourth projectile to emphasize the threat posed to global shipping in this critical waterway. Maritime risk analysts and shipowners are currently gathering information […]
Ships in the Strait of Hormuz targeted by projectiles following U.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran
Escalation in the Strait of Hormuz Area The Strait of Hormuz has once again become a focal point of tension following a U.S. and Israeli attack on Iran, a move part of what is called Operation Epic Fury. This incident has sparked a series of electronic warfare activities and reportedly involved multiple attacks on ships […]
Cruise ships are rerouted from Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, due to fatal cartel violence.
Cruise Passengers Face Disruptions in Puerto Vallarta Amid Violence This week, cruise passengers scheduled to dock in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, are experiencing potential diversions due to recent violent events triggered by the death of cartel leader, Nemesio Oseguera, known as “El Mencho.” On Sunday, February 22nd, concerns about safety surged following a US government warning […]
Numerous Russian tanker ships transporting restricted oil raise military concerns while passing through NATO waters.
A Russian-operated tanker, laden with millions in sanctioned oil, is navigating the English Channel, raising concerns about potential military tensions in NATO waters. This development occurs alongside escalating friction between Russia and NATO, prompting the Royal Navy to enhance surveillance of vessels that are subject to sanctions by the U.S. and its allies in one […]
US Navy ships are challenged by overwhelming drone attacks from Iran, expert notes
Possible Threats from Iran’s Drone Swarm to U.S. Military Assets U.S. military resources heading to the Middle East might encounter significant risks from Iran’s swarm of drones. This news comes from a prominent drone expert, who indicated that Iran’s supreme leader has taken refuge underground. Cameron Chell, CEO and Co-Founder of a drone company, noted […]