United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations center
Coverage of United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations center in the Nexus archive.
- Israeli strike kills 7 in Lebanon, a vessel attacked in Hormuz and other news from the Middle East
An Israeli airstrike killed seven people in southern Lebanon near Ansar village, marking a deadly event since a recent framework agreement was announced. Meanwhile, a tanker owned by ADNOC was attacked while transiting through the Strait of Hormuz. The reports detail continued instability and attacks across the Middle East.
- Oil prices rise after vessel reports being hit in Strait of Hormuz
Oil prices increased following a report that a vessel was struck by an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz. The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations Center confirmed the incident in the strategic waterway.
- Cargo ship reports being struck in Strait of Hormuz as US, Iran claims about talks diverge
A cargo ship reported being struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz near Oman, while the U.S. and Iran made conflicting claims about resuming talks. The U.S. asserted negotiations were ongoing to end the conflict, but Iran denied engaging in discussions with the U.S., stating its talks were limited to Oman.
- Cargo ship reports being struck in Strait of Hormuz as US, Iran claims about talks diverge
A cargo ship reported being struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz near Oman, while the United States and Iran made conflicting claims about ongoing negotiations. The U.S. asserted talks to end the war have resumed, but Iran stated its discussions with Oman focus on safe navigation in the strait, which has been blocked by Iranian attacks and a U.S. blockade.
- Saudi Arabia says it shot down more drones as Houthis claim to have turned back tanker
Saudi Arabia intercepted drones launched by Iran-backed militias in Iraq, while Houthi rebels claimed forcing a Saudi oil tanker to turn back as part of a blockade. Tensions persist despite a temporary pause in U.S.-Iran clashes over the Strait of Hormuz.
- The US military says it’s thwarted an Iranian missile attack on American troops
The US military intercepted Iranian ballistic missiles targeting American forces in the Middle East, ending a period of calm aimed at negotiating a ceasefire. Saudi Arabia and Iran-backed groups are involved in ongoing conflicts over shipping routes, with attacks on oil tankers and drone strikes.
- US launches new strikes against Iran after three ships were hit in Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. military launched new strikes against Iran following attacks on three merchant ships in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions amid ongoing negotiations to end their conflict. Iran condemned the U.S. revocation of an oil license and accused the U.S. of violating an interim ceasefire agreement.
- Tanker set ablaze after being struck by projectile in the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Oman
A tanker was set ablaze in the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Oman after being struck by a projectile, according to the British military. The attack occurred near Limah, with the projectile hitting the port side of the vessel. Iran is suspected of involvement, though no group has claimed responsibility yet.
- Tanker set ablaze after being struck by projectile in the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Oman
A tanker was set ablaze after being struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz near Limah, Oman, according to the British military. The attack caused no environmental impact, and authorities are investigating. Iran is suspected of attacking other vessels in the same region recently.