UK Maritime Trade Operations
Coverage of UK Maritime Trade Operations in the Nexus archive.
- Trump says Iran ceasefire is 'over' after Iranian attacks trigger massive US response
President Trump declared the tentative ceasefire with Iran 'over' following Iranian attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and a U.S. military response targeting over 80 Iranian sites. Trump criticized Iran as 'scum' and 'liars,' vowing to 'denuclearize' the country, while the U.S. revoked key sanctions concessions to Iran after renewed attacks on tankers.
- Trump says Iran ceasefire is 'over' after Iranian attacks trigger massive US response
President Trump declared the tentative ceasefire with Iran 'over' following Iranian attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz and a U.S. military response targeting over 80 sites. Trump criticized Iran as 'scum' and 'liars,' vowing to 'denuclearize' the country, while the U.S. revoked oil sanctions waivers previously offered to Iran.
- Iran strikes three vessels near Strait of Hormuz as Trump arrives at NATO summit
Iran struck three commercial vessels near the Strait of Hormuz in Oman's territorial waters, according to a US official, violating a memorandum of understanding. The Qatari-flagged LNG tanker al-Rakiyat was among the targeted vessels, with the attack occurring hours before US President Donald Trump's departure for a NATO summit discussing regional security. Iran is observing a funeral for slain supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in an airstrike.
- Three tankers hit in latest attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, British military says
Three tankers were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, with one catching fire near Oman. The UK military reported the incidents, while Iran's state TV implied responsibility without an official claim. The attacks disrupt shipping talks between the U.S. and Iran, which are paused until after Iran's Supreme Leader's funeral.
- Three tankers hit in latest attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, British military says
Three tankers were struck by projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz, with one catching fire near Oman. The UK Maritime Trade Operations center reported the attacks, and Iranian state TV implied involvement without an official claim. Qatar condemned the assault on its tanker, Al Rekayyat, while U.S.-Iran talks remain on hold due to Khamenei's funeral.
- Two ships hit in latest attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, British military says
Two ships were struck by projectiles in the Strait of Hormuz, with the UK reporting a tanker fire and structural damage on another. Iran implied involvement without an official claim, while Qatar condemned the attack on its tanker. The U.S. seeks negotiations with Iran amid ongoing tensions over the strait's security and nuclear program.
- Tanker set ablaze after hit by projectile in Strait of Hormuz region
An oil tanker was set on fire after being struck by an 'unknown projectile' near the Strait of Hormuz, as reported by the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). The incident occurred 8 nautical miles east of Limah, despite ongoing ceasefire efforts between the United States and Iran.
- British military says cargo ship reports being under attack in the Red Sea off the coast of Yemen
A cargo ship was attacked in the Red Sea off Yemen's coast near Hodeida, controlled by Houthi rebels, by unknown armed assailants. The ship's security guards returned fire after a skiff approached and opened fire, with the attackers fleeing to a larger vessel. The crew and ship were reported safe, and no group has claimed responsibility.
- Cargo vessel attacked near Yemen's Hodeidah, UK maritime agency says
A cargo vessel was attacked by unidentified armed assailants near Yemen's Hodeidah, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). The attack occurred 56km southwest of Hodeidah, prompting the UKMTO to advise caution for ships in the area and investigate the incident.
- British military says cargo ship reports being under attack in the Red Sea off the coast of Yemen
A cargo ship reported being under attack by unknown armed assailants in the Red Sea off Yemen's coast, according to the British military. The UK Maritime Trade Operations center confirmed the incident, with no group yet claiming responsibility. Houthi rebels in Yemen have threatened to resume attacks, while Somali pirates have been active in the Gulf of Aden.
- British military says cargo ship reports being under attack in the Red Sea off the coast of Yemen
A cargo ship reported being under attack by unknown armed assailants in the Red Sea off Yemen, according to the British military. The UK Maritime Trade Operations center confirmed the attack, while Yemen’s Houthi rebels have threatened to resume attacks but have not yet acted. Somali pirates remain active in the Gulf of Aden.
- Iranian drones attack Bahrain and a ship is struck in the strait after US airstrikes on Iran
Iran launched drone attacks targeting Bahrain and a ship in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions after U.S. airstrikes on Iranian missile and drone sites. The U.S. and Iran are negotiating an interim deal to end the conflict, while a maritime route expansion in the strait near Oman has raised new concerns.
- Tanker struck in the Strait of Hormuz as Iran and US launch launch attacks in region
A tanker was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz as Iran launched a drone strike targeting Bahrain, home to the U.S. Navy's 5th Fleet, and the U.S. responded with airstrikes following an earlier Iranian drone attack on a ship. The attacks heighten tensions despite an interim deal between Iran and the U.S. to end the conflict.
- Iranian drones attack Bahrain and a ship is struck in the strait after US airstrikes on Iran
Iran launched drone attacks on Bahrain and a ship in the Strait of Hormuz, likely retaliating against U.S. airstrikes. The U.S. and Iran are negotiating an interim ceasefire deal, while a U.S.-led maritime body expanded a transit route in the strait, raising tensions. Bahrain condemned the drone attack, and a multinational center reported a ship attack with no environmental damage.
- UN suspends Hormuz evacuation mission after reported ship attack
The UN's International Maritime Organisation suspended its Strait of Hormuz evacuation mission following a reported attack on a cargo vessel near Oman. The IMO cited the need to ensure safety guarantees for ships in the area after Tehran warned against using unauthorized routes.
- Two crew missing in tanker fire off Oman coast, UK maritime agency says
A fire in the engine room of the Palau-flagged tanker Settebello off the coast of Oman near the Strait of Hormuz resulted in two missing crew members and one casualty. The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported the incident, while British maritime security company Vanguard Tech stated the fire followed a missile strike.
- Tanker hit by explosion near Hormuz hours after US strikes on Iran
A tanker was damaged by an external explosion near the Strait of Hormuz in the Gulf of Oman, with the UK Maritime Trade Operations confirming some fuel leaked into the sea. The incident occurred amid heightened tensions following US strikes on Iran and Iran's reported mine-laying activities.
- Ship is reported seized off the coast of the UAE and is heading toward Iran
A ship anchored off the east coast of the United Arab Emirates has been seized and is heading toward Iranian territorial waters. The seizure was reported by the British military, and the UK Maritime Trade Operations center is investigating. The incident comes amid tensions between Iran and other countries, including the US and Israel.
- Cargo ship attacked by small craft near Strait of Hormuz, UK maritime agency says
A cargo ship was attacked by small craft near the Strait of Hormuz, 11 nautical miles west of Sirik, Iran, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). All crew members were reported safe, and no environmental impact was noted, but the incident highlights heightened tensions over Iran's claims to control the strategic waterway. Iranian officials, including parliament deputy speaker Ali Nikzad, have asserted Tehran's intent to maintain influence in the region.
- Iran reportedly fires on three ships in Strait of Hormuz
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) reportedly fired on three ships in the Strait of Hormuz, with UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) confirming attacks on two vessels, causing damage but no casualties. The IRGC claimed to have seized two ships, MSC-Francesca and Epaminodes, citing security violations, while President Trump extended a ceasefire amid Iranian political tensions.