vessels
Coverage of vessels in the Nexus archive.
- Indonesia, Singapore Reaffirm Free Passage in Strait of Malacca
Indonesia and Singapore reaffirmed their commitment to free passage in the Strait of Malacca. The statement was accompanied by the mention of vessels at sea, highlighting ongoing maritime activity in the region.
- Iran pushes for formal control over Strait of Hormuz
Iran seeks international recognition of its control over the Strait of Hormuz and the right to charge vessels passing through the Gulf. An interim agreement with the United States allows free passage for 60 days, but Iran claims the deal's wording still grants it authority over vessel access and routes. If the agreement expires without extension, Iran plans to start charging ships in mid-August and may enforce its position by force.
- Hollow Deals, Tricky Negotiations, and State Visits
The article discusses potential negotiations between the United States and Iran to de-escalate recent hostilities, with a truce in place but ongoing tensions marked by military actions. Recent incidents include U.S. strikes on Iranian missile sites and vessels in the Gulf.
- Why is piracy rising off Somalia again — and is the Iran war responsible?
Piracy is resurging off the coast of Somalia, with at least four vessels hijacked in the past week or two, raising concerns about renewed threats in the region. The article questions whether the Iran war is contributing to this increase in maritime attacks.
- US imposes sanctions targeting Iran’s oil network in China
The US Treasury imposed sanctions on a Chinese oil refinery and multiple shipping firms and vessels, including those linked to Hong Kong, to disrupt Iran’s oil exports. The move targets a key revenue source for Iran amid ongoing U.S.-Iran negotiations.
- Oil rises above $106 per barrel as US, Iran deadlocked in Strait of Hormuz
Oil prices exceeded $106 per barrel as tensions between the US and Iran escalate over the Strait of Hormuz. US President Donald Trump announced that vessels must obtain permission from the US Navy to transit the strategic waterway, heightening regional tensions.
- Ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz after ceasefire extension
Two vessels were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz following failed U.S.-Iran talks in Pakistan to end the war, as President Trump extended the ceasefire indefinitely.
- Ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz after ceasefire extension
Two vessels were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz following failed U.S.-Iran talks in Pakistan and as President Trump indefinitely extended the ceasefire. The incident occurred amid ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Iran.
- US forces kill 4 people in latest strike on vessels in eastern Pacific
U.S. forces conducted a deadly strike in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing four individuals. This marks the fourth such operation in four days targeting vessels in the region.