Oil tankers

Oil tankers continue to navigate the Red Sea despite attacks by Yemeni rebels, which have slowed but not halted Saudi oil exports.

International oil prices exceeded $100 a barrel after Houthi rebels in Yemen attacked two oil tankers in the Red Sea, prompting fears of energy supply disruptions. President Trump warned of 'major military punishment' against the Houthis if another attack occurs and cautioned of potential escalation in Iran.

Britain has withdrawn diplomatic staff from Iran amid escalating tensions. The US is targeting more regime sites, and the Houthis have attacked oil tankers in the Red Sea.

A vessel caught fire after passing through a mined route in the Hormuz Strait, according to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The IRGC stated that two other oil tankers turned back following the incident and declared the waterway under their control, vowing to keep it closed if the US continues 'evil deeds' in the region.

The US and Iran are exchanging new threats amid reported explosions in Iranian cities such as Sirik, Ahvaz, and Bushehr. The Houthis have attacked two Saudi oil tankers, escalating regional tensions.

Two oil tankers carrying Saudi crude to Asia reversed course in the Red Sea after threats from Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis. The incident occurred amid a widening Middle East conflict disrupting shipping through critical energy chokepoints.

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps reported that two oil tankers exploded after navigating an 'unsafe route' through the Strait of Hormuz. The incident was described as involving 'deviant' tankers attempting to enter and exit the strait, according to Fars News Agency.

The US has conducted strikes against Iran for the ninth consecutive night, confirming the death of an American servicemember in Iraq. Explosions were reported in multiple Iranian cities, with Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claiming attacks on oil tankers near Hormuz and assets in Kuwait. Iran suspects the US is planning a ground operation.

U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright stated that oil tankers continue to pass through the Strait of Hormuz despite renewed conflict with Iran, with current traffic at two-thirds of pre-conflict levels. He dismissed reports of halted shipping and emphasized President Donald Trump’s mission to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon.

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy claims the Strait of Hormuz has been fully sealed off due to 'crimes of the US military', preventing oil and gas shipments. The IRGC reported stopping four ships and attributing two oil tanker explosions to mines in the strait.

US strikes in Iran's Hormozgan province killed three people and injured eight, according to reports citing the region's deputy governor. Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) claimed to have stopped four ships in the Strait of Hormuz and reported two oil tankers exploded after hitting mines in the waterway.

Two oil tankers exploded and caught fire after passing through a mined route south of the Strait of Hormuz, according to Iran's state TV, which cited a statement from Iran's Revolutionary Guards.

The US launched its third consecutive night of strikes on Iran as President Donald Trump announced the reinstatement of a blockade on Iranian shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. The UAE reported that Iranian cruise missiles hit two oil tankers in the strait, killing one crew member and wounding eight others, while Asian stocks fell and oil prices reached a one-month high.

A Ukrainian attack in southwest Russia killed one person and wounded three, according to local officials. Kyiv's forces continue to target Russia's oil tankers and refineries.

U.S. officials announced that the Strait of Hormuz will soon be declared open to all traffic. Oil tankers and cargo vessels were anchored off the coast of Oman last month.

Ukraine claimed to have struck 48 Russian vessels over five days, including 18 overnight, with 13 of those being oil tankers linked to Moscow's 'shadow fleet.' The attacks also targeted oil refineries, fuel terminals, and power substations as part of a large drone operation.

Ukrainian drones have attacked Russian oil facilities and oil tankers, triggering a fuel crisis in Russia. The strikes targeted infrastructure across the country, disrupting fuel supplies.

Iran’s joint military command warned oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz to follow approved routes or face a 'forceful response.' The statement also linked U.S. fighter jet presence in the region to increased insecurity. The warning was issued without an immediate explanation for the threat.

Iran’s joint military command has warned oil tankers to follow its approved routes in the Strait of Hormuz, threatening a 'forceful response' if they do not comply.

Iran’s joint military command has issued a directive requiring all oil tankers to use its designated routes in the Strait of Hormuz, warning of a forceful response for non-compliance. The statement was reported by the Associated Press from Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Asian refiners are offering oil cargoes to the US due to a growing oil glut. Oil tankers are currently anchored off the coast of Long Beach, California.

Six tankers are demonstrating continued oil flow through the Hormuz Strait despite setbacks, indicating ongoing operations in the region.

Hormuz traffic rebound returns oil prices to prewar levels below $73 a barrel, but vessel numbers remain lower than prewar figures. Oil tankers are using a new route through the channel despite threats from Iran, while the US reassures Gulf allies.

Oil tankers and cargo vessels continue to pass through the Strait of Hormuz despite threats from Iran, with traffic gradually increasing and oil prices declining. As of June 21, 2026, vessels remain anchored off Port Sultan Qaboos in Muscat, Oman.

Oil prices have fallen to levels seen before the Iran war began in late February as more tankers exit the Strait of Hormuz. The global benchmark, Brent crude, dropped to $72.24, with prices declining over 20% this month.

Oil tankers carrying 35 million barrels of oil have exited the Persian Gulf through the Strait of Hormuz since an Iran deal. The threat level for ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz has been downgraded to 'moderate.'

Oil prices increased due to fighting in Lebanon and continued slow traffic in Hormuz. Brent crude reversed its decline after oil and LNG tankers navigated a critical waterway.

Tehran celebrates a 'victory' over America as the first Iranian oil tankers exit the US blockade ahead of a deal agreement on Friday.

Iran is moving its oil tankers ahead of a US deal signing, as reported on Tuesday.

Iranian media reports three oil tankers and two ships carrying essential Iranian goods have passed through a US naval blockade. Washington and Tehran claim they have agreed to terms to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz after months of shipping and energy market disruptions.

India strongly protested the U.S. military's strikes on oil tankers, which resulted in the deaths of three Indian mariners. The U.S. claims the tankers violated a blockade on Iran.

India has lodged a strong protest after three of its mariners were killed in U.S. military strikes on oil tankers, which the U.S. claims were disabling vessels violating the Iran blockade.

The US and Iran exchanged fire, straining an already fragile ceasefire and pushing oil prices up. US President Donald Trump said Iran would 'pay the price' for not making a deal, while Tehran declared the Strait of Hormuz closed and hit two oil tankers. Rising oil prices drove inflation and monetary policy adjustments, with markets expecting rate hikes from the European Central Bank and Federal Reserve.

Iran's top joint military command announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, including oil tankers and commercial ships, warning that any vessel attempting passage will be shot at. The closure follows US attacks, as noted in the title.

Oil tankers are reducing visibility to transport more oil through Hormuz. Approximately 2 million barrels of oil and related products are currently exiting the Gulf, a level lower than normal but higher than earlier in the conflict, according to Rapidan Energy Group.

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed it attacked Ali Al Salem Air Base in Kuwait and the US Fifth Fleet headquarters in Bahrain in response to US drone strikes on Iranian facilities. The IRGC warned of stronger responses to future US actions and accused the US of instigating illegal tanker movements in the Strait of Hormuz, though US officials denied damaging the Fifth Fleet. Four oil tankers were targeted, with one attacked after ignoring warnings.

Many large oil tankers are currently stuck in the Strait of Hormuz, and there is uncertainty about whether they will return to the Middle East in the same numbers after escaping.

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy coordinated the safe transit of 28 commercial vessels, including oil tankers and container ships, through the Strait of Hormuz under designated routes and authorization. All ships required Iran’s approval to pass through the strait.

A quarter of large oil tankers trapped in the Strait of Hormuz due to the Iran war have escaped. Vessels were anchored near Khasab, Oman, as of May 17.

Russian strikes in Ukraine killed 10 people, while President Zelensky claimed Ukrainian drones targeted Russian 'shadow fleet' oil tankers and a terminal. Kyiv reported the attacks as part of ongoing military operations against Russian supply lines.