https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-eastContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-east#u122190Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:41:23 +0000Attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz have intensified, with twenty-four vessels struck over the past two weeks. This surge has caused oil exports to drop to less than half of their pre-war flow, while international benchmark Brent crude rose to $106.03 a barrel. Concurrently, a missile attack on Riyadh's international airport killed people and forced the facility to remain shut. The International Maritime Organization confirmed one hundred six maritime security incidents and twenty-four seafarer deaths across the conflict.Why it mattersThe escalating maritime threats directly disru https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-east#u116713Sun, 11 Oct 2026 22:26:44 +0000A Greek-flagged LNG carrier was struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, while multiple tankers have come under attack in the past week, heightening tensions in the critical shipping lane. Oil exports from the Middle East have reportedly exceeded pre-war levels, but logistics and security risks are straining markets. The incidents occur amid ongoing diplomatic efforts between the US and Iran, mediated by Qatar.Why it mattersThe Strait of Hormuz is a vital waterway for global oil exports, and attacks on tankers and ships have been a point of contention between Iran and the US. The recent https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-east#u103407Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:46:28 +0000The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and US forces have engaged in a series of maritime strikes in the Strait of Hormuz, targeting commercial and military vessels. Iranian forces reportedly targeted 19 ships over two days using cruise missiles and drones, while US forces disabled three Iranian crude oil tankers and fired on a merchant vessel attempting to breach a blockade. These escalations follow President Donald Trump's rejection of an Iranian proposal to reopen the waterway in exchange for sanctions relief, though Qatar continues to mediate diplomatic channels between Washington and https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-east#u81318Wed, 23 Sep 2026 12:12:03 +0000Commercial shipping hazards in the Middle East returned to international focus on Wednesday following an unexplained explosion near Iran and a Houthi claim regarding a drone near Bab el-Mandeb. Separately, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with US President Donald Trump during the United Nations General Assembly in New York to discuss ending the war with Russia. These maritime developments occur as an ongoing conflict involving the United States and Israel continues to strain the Iranian economy and disrupt regional security.Why it mattersThe Strait of Hormuz and the Bab el-Mandeb st https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-east#u79571Tue, 22 Sep 2026 04:11:03 +0000Two tankers were struck by debris or an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, according to a maritime security agency. The incident occurs as a war involving the US and Israel, which started with strikes in February, continues to damage the Iranian economy. International Chamber of Shipping secretary general Thomas Kazakos has urged the UN Security Council to ensure commercial ships do not become collateral in geopolitical disputes. Simultaneously, the US government has ordered its citizens to leave Iran immediately due to expected travel disruptions.Why it mattersThe Strait of https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-east#u76557Sat, 19 Sep 2026 18:57:41 +0000Oil prices continue to stay elevated, though energy analysts state they have not reached the extreme spikes feared at the start of President Donald Trump's conflict with Iran. This stability is attributed to China's oil strategy. This follows a period of high volatility in the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb, where Houthi rebels have threatened Saudi Arabian oil exports and seized Perim Island, pushing spot rates for Very Large Crude Carriers above $1 million per day. Italy's Defense Minister Guido Crosetto previously announced that the Italian Navy will protect Italian vesse https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-east#u74885Fri, 18 Sep 2026 16:55:21 +0000Iran-backed Houthi rebels have moved down the Red Sea coast over the last week, threatening Saudi Arabian oil exports and reigniting a 12-year civil war in Yemen. This offensive follows previous Houthi seizures of Perim Island and attacks on Saudi Arabia's Petroline. These actions have contributed to Very Large Crude Carrier spot rates climbing above $1 million per day. In response to the volatility in the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb, Italy's Defense Minister Guido Crosetto stated the Italian Navy will protect Italian vessels independently of EU bureaucracy.Why it mattersThe S https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-east#u73083Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:51:14 +0000Houthi forces have captured Perim Island and attacked Saudi Arabia's Petroline, contributing to a spike in Very Large Crude Carrier spot rates that now exceed $1 million per day. In response to escalating instability in the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb, Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto announced that the Italian Navy will secure the passage of Italian ships independently of European Union bureaucracy. These developments follow a period of high energy market volatility and previous strikes on Saudi infrastructure.Why it mattersThe Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb are critica https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-east#u71024Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:25:08 +0000A building housing displaced Palestinian families in Gaza City collapsed, killing at least 21 people, including 11 children. The structure had been heavily damaged during the Israel-Hamas war. This event adds to the humanitarian crisis in the region, where shipping instability in the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea continues to disrupt energy markets. Brent crude oil prices previously reached $107.46 on September 15 as Saudi Arabia maintains the closure of its East-West pipeline following strikes from Iraq.Why it mattersRegional instability has led Iran and Gulf states to postpone diplomatic https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-east#u69400Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:52:35 +0000Brent crude oil prices rose to $107.46 on September 15 following a series of attacks on shipping routes and energy infrastructure. Iran and Gulf states have postponed diplomatic talks as instability grows in the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea. Saudi Arabia keeps its East-West pipeline shut after strikes originating from Iraq. Meanwhile, the Saudi crown prince is seeking support from Egypt to counter Houthi rebels, who have displaced an estimated 100,000 Yemenis and threatened further strikes against Saudi Arabia.Why it mattersThe region is experiencing simultaneous disruptions at two primary https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-east#u67402Mon, 14 Sep 2026 02:22:34 +0000A strike on an Iranian cargo ship near Qeshm in the Strait of Hormuz killed one person. Simultaneously, Iraq confirmed that attacks on a key Saudi oil pipeline originated from Iraqi territory, leading Saudi Arabia to shut down the pipeline on Friday. These events coincide with Houthi rebels seizing the port of Mokha and Mayun island in Yemen. Crude oil prices have risen above $100 a barrel as regional instability threatens two primary global shipping choke points and energy infrastructure.Why it mattersThe Strait of Hormuz and the Bab al-Mandeb strait are critical corridors for global energy t https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-east#u66145Sat, 12 Sep 2026 10:50:13 +0000Iran-backed Houthi rebels have captured the Red Sea port of Mokha and the strategic island of Mayun in Yemen, bringing their forces to the heart of the Bab al-Mandeb strait. This latest territorial gain by the rebel group heightens international concerns regarding maritime security and transit through a vital global shipping choke point. Meanwhile, regional tensions remain elevated following earlier military engagements involving United States forces and Tehran, continuing to rattle energy markets and global trade routes.Why it mattersThe Bab al-Mandeb strait serves as a critical artery for in https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-east#u64190Thu, 10 Sep 2026 18:50:53 +0000US forces destroyed five Iranian oil tankers, triggering retaliatory strikes from Tehran and pushing crude oil prices to a 15-week high. While some reports state oil hit $100 per barrel, other data suggests it failed to breach that mark. Concurrent Houthi rebel attacks on Saudi energy facilities and US-Iran air strikes in the Strait of Hormuz have caused Asian stock prices to fall amid inflation fears. The IAEA has referred Iran to the UN as the regional conflict escalates.Why it mattersThe Strait of Hormuz is a vital maritime corridor for global energy supplies. Tensions have risen following https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-east#u62299Wed, 09 Sep 2026 04:27:08 +0000Houthi rebels injured 73 people in Saudi Arabia during a major escalation on September 8. Simultaneously, the United States and Iran continued to trade strikes and threats in the Strait of Hormuz. Maritime traffic in the strait has declined following Iranian threats to retaliate against US attacks, with only seven vessels passing through on September 7. While Iran reports progress in Hormuz, the US Navy is preparing the USS Theodore Roosevelt for deployment with increased supplies and upgrades based on previous deployment lessons.Why it mattersTensions are rising as Tehran seeks to control tan https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-east#u61276Tue, 08 Sep 2026 10:05:15 +0000Oil prices are rising as Tehran plans to impose an exclusion zone outside the Strait of Hormuz to tighten control over tanker traffic. Iranian state media reports that a new ballistic missile with improved capabilities reflects a shift in military doctrine toward taking preemptive action against threats. Meanwhile, Washington is preparing diplomatic pressure at the United Nations with a draft resolution demanding Iran remedy its non-compliance and restore access for nuclear inspections. The United States is also looking to refer Iran to the UN Security Council over its actions against Internat https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-east#u60240Mon, 07 Sep 2026 16:10:15 +0000The US military struck three Iranian crude oil carriers after the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps launched ballistic missiles at a US Navy aircraft carrier and destroyer. CENTCOM reports that one tanker sank and two were disabled. In retaliation, Iran claims to have targeted three oil tankers and three US-affiliated vessels, including an unmanned US ship. While President Donald Trump claims almost total control of the Strait of Hormuz, Iran warns of a faster and more painful response and plans to impose a restricted maritime zone around the strait.Why it mattersThese clashes occur during Ope https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-east#u57285Fri, 04 Sep 2026 19:51:05 +0000The European Union has formally endorsed Operation Economic Outcast, a U.S.-led campaign to isolate Iran from the global economy. This diplomatic move coincides with a prolonged conflict that began February 28 with U.S. and Israeli strikes. While Vice President JD Vance claims military protection of shipping has prevented a worldwide energy crisis, U.S. diesel prices have hit a record high. Shipping traffic in the Strait of Hormuz remains low as the region deals with the aftermath of the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and the succession of his son, Mojtaba.Why it mattersThe conflict began whe https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-east#u56358Fri, 04 Sep 2026 02:45:17 +0000Iran fired missiles and drones at Kuwait on Thursday in retaliation for U.S. strikes on Iranian rocket launchers in the Strait of Hormuz. The escalation occurs as the U.S. moves a record oil convoy through the waterway and UAE flights face disruption. This follows previous U.S. bombardment of Iranian targets and subsequent Iranian attacks on U.S. allies in the Gulf. The regional instability has pushed oil prices to hover around $95 per barrel.Why it mattersTensions rose after U.S. strikes hit Iranian assets, including a site the Iranian Red Crescent claims was a wedding party. President Donald https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-east#u55508Thu, 03 Sep 2026 10:21:15 +0000Iran launched attacks on US allies in the Gulf on Wednesday in retaliation for American bombardment. The escalation follows a US round of strikes against Iran, which the Iranian Red Crescent claims hit a wedding party in the south. President Donald Trump asserted that the US controls the Strait of Hormuz, suggesting it be renamed Trump Strait, while US-backed tankers are crossing the waterway at night with transponders disabled. The US military is currently investigating allegations regarding the wedding party casualties.Why it mattersThese hostilities follow a period of instability including https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-east#u54229Wed, 02 Sep 2026 01:46:36 +0000The United States military struck new targets in Iran on Tuesday following a month of relative calm. Despite this escalation, the Iranian president stated his country is ready to return to a June ceasefire agreement if the United States does the same. This diplomatic overture follows a weekend of hostilities including a US strike on Larak Island on August 30. Meanwhile, US naval movements shifted as a cruiser from the George Washington Carrier Strike Group escorted the USS Abraham Lincoln toward the South China Sea.Why it mattersThe region remains volatile after a supertanker was disabled by n https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-east#u53781Tue, 01 Sep 2026 09:41:46 +0000An unidentified supertanker stopped completely after striking two naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz, according to the IRGC. The vessel suffered massive fires while attempting to use the southern route. This incident follows a weekend of escalated hostilities where US forces struck Iranian rocket launchers on Larak Island and Iran retaliated with missile and drone attacks against US-linked sites in Jordan and the UAE. The International Maritime Organisation reports that 400 ships and 6,000 seafarers remain trapped in the Persian Gulf six months into the conflict.Why it mattersThe Strait of Ho https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-east#u52636Mon, 31 Aug 2026 02:42:09 +0000The US military struck Iranian rocket launchers on Larak Island in the Strait of Hormuz, marking its first military action in weeks. Iran retaliated by launching missiles at US positions in Jordan. The Strait of Hormuz remains shut, with diplomats returning to Gulf embassies as the US-Iran conflict reaches its six-month mark.Why it mattersThe conflict between the US and Iran has been escalating, with both sides engaging in military actions and diplomatic efforts. The Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for oil shipments, has been a focal point of the conflict. The US has been trying to enfor https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-east#u52349Sun, 30 Aug 2026 11:40:44 +0000The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps navy claims decisive control over the Strait of Hormuz, rejecting US assertions that the waterway remains open. This dispute occurs as the US-Iran war reaches its six-month mark, with the Strait currently shut and diplomats returning to Gulf embassies. While the IRGC accuses US officials of lying to manipulate oil prices and hide failures, the US Treasury has expanded sanctions to include a Hong Kong-based company and an individual linked to Iran.Why it mattersThe Strait of Hormuz is a critical global chokepoint for oil transit. Prolonged closure threatens https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-east#u51045Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:02:03 +0000A tanker was disabled in the Strait of Hormuz, amid rising tensions between Iran and regional powers. Qatar's PM arrived in Tehran for talks, while Japan and Kuwait seek participation from countries using the Strait. The US tightens its blockade, threatening further sanctions, as fuel queues grow in Tehran.Why it mattersThe Strait of Hormuz remains a critical chokepoint for global oil supplies, with mine clearance efforts ongoing. Analysts warn that mine clearance alone may not make shipping 'safe'. Iran and Oman have agreed to discuss the Strait's future.What is confirmedI https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-east#u49888Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:10:32 +0000The Strait of Hormuz continues to pose significant risks to ships despite US claims of mine-clearing. Analysts say that mine clearance alone is unlikely to make shipping 'safe' in the area. An unknown projectile recently struck and disabled an oil tanker off the coast of Oman in the Strait, killing two mariners. Iran and Oman have agreed to discuss the future of the Strait, with Japan and Kuwait confirming cooperation to seek participation from countries using the Strait.Why it mattersThe Strait of Hormuz is a critical waterway for global shipping, carrying around 80% of the world&#0 https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/an-attack-disables-a-ship-in-the-strait-of-hormuz-and-other-news-from-around-the-middle-east#u48936Wed, 26 Aug 2026 08:01:00 +0000An unknown projectile struck and disabled an oil tanker off the coast of Oman in the Strait of Hormuz. The attack killed two mariners. This incident occurs as Iran vows retaliation for a U.S. economic offensive and maintains tight control over the waterway. A maritime agency reports that 68 incidents near the Strait have resulted in 20 deaths over six months of war. Despite these risks, ship transits through the area have seen a small increase.Why it mattersThe Strait of Hormuz is a critical global chokepoint for oil shipments. Tensions are currently high due to a conflict involving Iran and t