https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-eastContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-east#u118904Tue, 13 Oct 2026 00:26:48 +0000A tanker was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday, according to a British maritime agency. This incident occurs amid rising tensions in the region, with nearly 20 commercial ships coming under attack over the past month. Iran has warned that there is no military solution to the conflict.Why it mattersThe Strait of Hormuz is a crucial waterway for global oil exports, and attacks on tankers have disrupted shipping traffic. The regional conflict continues to escalate, with various countries involved. The attacks have raised concerns about the safety of maritime trade in the area.What is con https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-east#u106638Tue, 06 Oct 2026 14:41:37 +0000Unidentified projectiles have struck oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz region. A British maritime agency reported that a tanker was hit by an unknown projectile during a Thursday transit, resulting in a fire, while the crew was reported safe and damage remains unknown. Additionally, two oil tankers were struck in the waterway according to a British agency, with no reported casualties or environmental impact. Nearly 20 commercial ships have come under attack over the past month while sailing through the chokepoint as the regional conflict continues.Why it mattersThe Strait of Hormuz is a vita https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-east#u99710Sun, 04 Oct 2026 18:45:28 +0000Iranian forces targeted 19 ships in the Strait of Hormuz over two days, according to an IRGC-linked outlet, while the US Navy deployed the USS Theodore Roosevelt to the Middle East. Eight US Marines suffered smoke inhalation and possible traumatic brain injuries in an Iranian missile attack, though none were seriously injured. President Donald Trump has rejected a seven-day Iranian proposal to reopen the strait and resume nuclear talks, stating the war will be won very soon. Despite the attacks, oil flows through the strait have risen to an average of 10 million barrels per day this month.Why https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-east#u86012Sun, 27 Sep 2026 07:45:27 +0000United States President Donald Trump rejected an Iranian proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days and resume nuclear talks. Speaking outside the White House, Trump asserted that the United States maintains a wall of steel blockade that has deprived Iran of funds. Earlier, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that Tehran submitted a seven-day reopening plan through Qatari intermediaries at the United Nations General Assembly in New York. Meanwhile, Trump shared a map on social media labeling the waterway the Trump Strait.Why it mattersThe dispute centers on control an https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-east#u84088Fri, 25 Sep 2026 18:16:13 +0000Iran is conditioning the resumption of talks with the United States on the lifting of a naval blockade of Iranian ports. This demand follows a defiant speech by President Masoud Pezeshkian at the United Nations and a walkout triggered by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's address. Approximately 80 countries have backed a UN statement regarding the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, Iraq has suspended flight operations to Iran as Tehran warns of potential airport disruptions for countries in the region.Why it mattersThese diplomatic clashes occur amid an active conflict involving Israel https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-east#u80431Tue, 22 Sep 2026 18:55:25 +0000The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) destroyed a US MQ-1 drone over the Strait of Hormuz. Tehran warns of new weapons and targets, stating the war is not over. President Donald Trump is currently deciding his next steps as tensions rise. Meanwhile, the IDF is establishing permanent bases in the northern Gaza Strip and Houthis have reactivated the port of Al-Mukha. These developments coincide with the opening of the UN General Assembly, where Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned of widening global fault lines.Why it mattersThe Strait of Hormuz is a critical transit point for global https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-east#u78585Mon, 21 Sep 2026 11:51:11 +0000Tehran warns the United States against launching new military strikes, promising retaliation without limitations as hostilities continue across the region. Meanwhile, the broader conflict creates immense economic fallout, causing marine insurers to absorb $2 billion in Middle East claims. Global shipping costs surge 201% due to the ongoing disruptions, with tanker daily rates exceeding $1.24 million. In energy markets, Saudi Arabia manages to recover its oil exports to over 4 million barrels per day in September, bouncing back from a severe decade-low of 2.4 million barrels per day recorded in https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-east#u77209Sun, 20 Sep 2026 07:30:50 +0000Iran asserts it hit an oil tanker attempting passage through the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing hostilities that have entered their seventh month. Simultaneously, hundreds of thousands of individuals participated in a massive government-support rally in Tehran, marking the largest demonstration since United States and Israeli strikes began in February. In a separate development, Saudi Arabia states that Yemeni Houthi rebels targeted its capital with a ballistic missile, representing the initial strike against Riyadh since fighting intensified.Why it mattersThe widening conflict threatens critic https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-east#u75748Sat, 19 Sep 2026 04:50:50 +0000The U.K. navy reports multiple attacks on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, while Iran claims it struck an oil tanker attempting to transit the waterway. President Trump stated he is prepared to make a "big decision" regarding whether to "annihilate" the leadership of Iran. These incidents occur amid existing legal pressure on the US over civilian casualties from previous strikes and a volatile oil market driven by Saudi-Houthi conflict. The situation remains fluid as the US weighs a military response to the maritime attacks.Why it mattersThe Strait of Hormuz is a critical g https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-east#u73889Fri, 18 Sep 2026 04:01:39 +0000UN-commissioned rights experts report reasonable grounds to believe the US committed war crimes during two strikes that killed scores of Iranian civilians. This legal scrutiny coincides with heightened tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, where Iran and Oman delayed talks regarding control of the waterway. While oil prices recently neared a 4-month high due to fighting between Saudi Arabia and Houthi allies, US stocks have since jumped as oil prices and bond market pressure eased.Why it mattersThe Strait of Hormuz remains a critical chokepoint for global energy markets. Ongoing conflict between S https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-east#u72145Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:01:10 +0000The Pentagon reports the US military spent at least $33.4 billion on the Iran war, with the majority of those funds used for munitions. This figure excludes hundreds of millions in spending by other agencies. Meanwhile, oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz is currently between 5 million and 7 million barrels per day. These financial and logistical details emerge as the region faces ongoing instability, including recent building collapses in Gaza and previous Houthi strikes within Saudi Arabia.Why it mattersHigh military expenditures and fluctuating oil flows signal the economic strain of the https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-east#u69959Wed, 16 Sep 2026 07:20:30 +0000Houthi missile and drone strikes injured 13 people and damaged seven homes and two vehicles across Khamis Mushait, Abha, and Taif, according to a spokesman for the Saudi-led coalition. The regional escalation coincides with disruptions to vital energy infrastructure, including the shutdown of Saudi Arabia's 7 million barrels per day East-West Pipeline that has halted Yanbu loadings. Meanwhile, a U.S. Air Force colonel recounted surviving after being shot down over Iran, highlighting the widening military engagement across the Middle East.Why it mattersThe security crisis in the Middle Eas https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-east#u67807Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:16:41 +0000An Iranian cargo ship was struck off Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday, leaving one person dead and four others wounded. Iranian state media blamed a terrorist enemy for the attack, which follows escalating shipping threats in the Red Sea. Meanwhile, Iran-backed Houthi rebels captured an island on the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a vital shipping alternative. The widening regional conflict has driven tanker shipping rates higher, pushing the Breakwave Tanker Shipping ETF up about 3,600 percent year-to-date in financial markets.Why it mattersThe Strait of Hormuz and the Bab el-Mandeb Stra https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-east#u67093Sun, 13 Sep 2026 15:52:32 +0000An Iranian commercial vessel was struck near Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday morning, killing one person and injuring three others, according to Iranian authorities. In response to a surge in Iranian attacks, the United States has restricted the hours during which it provides military air protection to commercial tankers transiting the strait. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump stated he believes the war with Iran will end very soon, likely following the upcoming midterm elections.Why it mattersThe strike near Qeshm Island occurs amid a broader military escalation involving Irani https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-east#u66494Sat, 12 Sep 2026 20:13:13 +0000Houthi rebels captured the port city of Mokha and strategic islands in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, including Mayun. The group now controls 5,400 square kilometers along the Red Sea coast and has barred Saudi ships from the strait. Simultaneously, US diesel prices reached a record average of $6 per gallon due to fuel flow disruptions. In the Strait of Hormuz, Iran deployed new electro-optical missiles against US warships on Wednesday as the IRGC intensified attacks on American forces in Jordan and the region.Why it mattersThe conflict has evolved from retaliatory shipping strikes into a strategic https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-east#u64673Fri, 11 Sep 2026 04:37:39 +0000Brent crude oil prices jumped 3% to exceed $100 per barrel after the US military destroyed five Iranian oil tankers. This escalation triggered retaliatory strikes from Tehran, marking the largest wave of tit-for-tat shipping attacks since the conflict began six months ago. US stock markets reacted negatively to the tension, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average losing 320 points, the Nasdaq composite falling 0.5%, and the S&P 500 dropping 0.3%. Meanwhile, Houthi forces are expanding their control along the Yemen coast to threaten Red Sea oil exports.Why it mattersThe US-Iran conflict has e https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-east#u62781Wed, 09 Sep 2026 13:39:01 +0000Crude oil prices have climbed to their highest level since late July following a massive wave of tanker attacks by Iran and the United States in and around the Strait of Hormuz. The military conflict, now in its seventh month, intensified further with reported explosions at Iran's vital Kharg Island export hub and fresh Houthi strikes on regional energy infrastructure. Meanwhile, commercial shipping and aviation face widespread disruptions, including an Air India flight diverted to Zurich due to air traffic control issues.Why it mattersThe Strait of Hormuz remains the central flashpoint o https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-east#u61748Tue, 08 Sep 2026 19:11:06 +0000Brent crude oil prices approached $100 a barrel following attacks on southern Saudi Arabian energy facilities. Simultaneously, Iran is moving to tighten control over tanker traffic by imposing an exclusion zone outside the Strait of Hormuz. The United States is responding by drafting a U.N. resolution to demand Iran restore nuclear inspection access and remedy non-compliance. These tensions coincide with a surge in diesel prices toward $6 a gallon and Iranian state media announcing a shift in military doctrine involving the new Qassem Basir ballistic missile.Why it mattersThe Strait of Hormuz https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-east#u60776Tue, 08 Sep 2026 01:22:15 +0000The US military has called Iran's claim that it struck an unmanned American vessel in the Strait of Hormuz a "total lie." While Iran asserts it hit the ship as fighting escalates, the US denies the incident occurred. Simultaneously, the head of Iran's Supreme National Security Council announced plans for an "exclusion zone" outside the Strait. In southern Lebanon, Israeli airstrikes on the village of Kfar Rumman killed at least 12 people, including two children, and destroyed a hospital according to Lebanese authorities. Energy prices reached record highs on Labor https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-east#u58453Sat, 05 Sep 2026 21:21:00 +0000The US military struck three Iranian oil tankers on Saturday following unprovoked attacks by the IRGC against a US aircraft carrier and destroyer. CENTCOM commander Adm. Brad Cooper issued a warning to Tehran as US ships enforce an Iranian port blockade under Operation Epic Fury. Simultaneously, the European Union has joined the US campaign of economic pressure against Iran, titled Operation Economic Outcast. President Donald Trump has also signaled that the US may target Iran's Pickaxe Mountain very soon.Why it mattersThese escalations follow a period of severe energy market volatility a https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-east#u56874Fri, 04 Sep 2026 11:16:10 +0000The Panama Canal has restricted vessel traffic as the ongoing conflict with Iran impacts global logistics and energy markets. In the United States, diesel prices surged to an unprecedented average of $5.85 per gallon due to fuel flow disruptions caused by the Iran war. Meanwhile, South Korea is considering the deployment of P-8A Poseidon aircraft and naval support to assist with maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz. In regional developments, Israel released four more Lebanese civilians detained in southern Lebanon following an initial release.Why it mattersGlobal supply chains face mounti https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-east#u55921Thu, 03 Sep 2026 18:15:37 +0000The US military completed a record one-day wartime operation escorting 40 vessels carrying 18 million barrels of oil through the Strait of Hormuz. This mission occurs as President Donald Trump asserts the US is ready to strike Iran anytime following a very heavy attack. While the US seeks to reduce Iranian leverage in the region, energy companies remain concerned about high costs and the safety of shipping routes. Meanwhile, the US military is investigating reports of civilian casualties at a wedding party during recent American strikes.Why it mattersThe US and Iran are engaged in a cycle of m https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-east#u55027Thu, 03 Sep 2026 01:41:12 +0000Two oil tankers were attacked in the Strait of Hormuz as the US and Iran traded missile and drone strikes for the first time in roughly a month. President Donald Trump stated he likes the current US position better and threatened further strikes on Iran. Meanwhile, the US military escorted 40 commercial vessels carrying 18 million barrels of oil through the strait, a wartime high. The US military released footage of two missile strikes on unidentified vessels, while the IRGC claims two tankers hit mines and are burning.Why it mattersThis escalation follows a month of relative calm where the Wh https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-east#u54665Wed, 02 Sep 2026 09:35:14 +0000The United States and Iran exchanged missile and drone fire on Tuesday, ending a month of military inactivity. Following these strikes, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that Iran is ready to return to the ceasefire agreement reached with the US in June, provided Washington does the same. The US military confirmed it struck targets in Iran, prompting Tehran to respond with its own drone and missile attacks. This exchange follows a period of relative calm but maintains a high state of tension between the two nations.Why it mattersThe two countries have been in conflict for six months, https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-east#u53420Tue, 01 Sep 2026 01:35:58 +0000The United States and Iran have traded military strikes for the first time in weeks. President Trump vowed further hard-hitting actions after Iran targeted American bases. Tehran claims these attacks were retaliation for US operations in the Strait of Hormuz. While Iran faces military and economic pressure six months into the conflict, it maintains leverage via the Strait and support from Russia and China. Meanwhile, a classified assessment warned Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth that continuing large-scale operations against Iran is unsustainable.Why it mattersThe conflict has entered a new pha https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-east#u52976Mon, 31 Aug 2026 09:45:19 +0000The US military has redirected 83 commercial vessels, disabled 3, and boarded 2 since resuming its maritime blockade of Iranian ports on July 14. Amidst this escalation, the IRGC reports a supertanker hit mines in the Strait of Hormuz after attempting to use an illegal route. Simultaneously, Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei admitted to economic hardships following the US Treasury's Operation Economic Outcast. International Maritime Organization Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez is calling for cooperation to free up to 400 ships and 6,000 seafarers currently unable to leave th https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-east#u51736Sat, 29 Aug 2026 12:05:28 +0000US forces have reopened key shipping lanes in the Strait of Hormuz after clearing Iranian sea mines, according to the CENTCOM boss. This operational success comes as the war between the US and Iran reaches six months with no clear resolution. President Donald Trump claims Iran is "begging to make a deal," though Tehran and China reject the efficacy of US economic warfare. Simultaneously, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has signaled a readiness to create joint security arrangements with neighboring countries to manage the regional conflict.Why it mattersThe Strait of Hormuz is a c https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-east#u50491Fri, 28 Aug 2026 06:01:09 +0000Iran and Oman are negotiating a phased approach to manage traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, including a temporary shipping corridor. These talks follow a second attack on a commercial vessel in the waterway. Iran has indicated that any final agreement with Oman would ban military ships from transiting the strait. Meanwhile, Tehran has dismissed recent US sanctions, and regional powers are seeking an off-ramp from the conflict. Crude oil prices remained near $82 on Thursday despite the shipping disruptions.Why it mattersThe Strait of Hormuz is a critical chokepoint for global trade, with the shi https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-east#u48267Tue, 25 Aug 2026 11:00:19 +0000The US is set to announce sweeping sanctions against Iran, which Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent calls the single greatest financial offensive ever marshalled against an adversary. The move comes as tensions rise in the Strait of Hormuz, where a Greek-owned tanker was recently attacked. Iran has assisted Iraqi oil ships in transiting the strait, while France and Saudi Arabia discuss ways to bypass the waterway.Why it mattersThe US-Iran conflict is escalating, with the US preparing to unveil economic measures aimed at crippling Iran's economy. The sanctions are seen as a key tool in the U https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-east#u47343Mon, 24 Aug 2026 08:36:25 +0000The US is preparing to unveil sweeping sanctions against Iran, a move Vice President JD Vance calls the most effective tool available. Iran's new security chief has threatened neighboring countries against joining these economic measures. Meanwhile, a two-month window for peace talks has expired without a path to end the conflict. To counter US pressure, Tehran is attempting to strengthen regional trade ties, while Iraq and Iran report that Tehran has assisted some Iraqi oil ships in transiting the Strait of Hormuz. France and Saudi Arabia are expected to discuss ways to bypass the waterw https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-east#u46126Sat, 22 Aug 2026 02:20:30 +0000Brent crude oil prices have risen above $93 as the US prepares to intensify economic sanctions against Iran. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent described these measures as unprecedented in history and intended to force the collapse of the Iranian regime. In response, China has rejected the US threat of an economic D-Day, stating that sanctions do not fit the interest of any party. Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has plummeted, with some commercial vessels diverting to the Omani side of the waterway to avoid risks.Why it mattersThe Strait of Hormuz is a critical global oil artery https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-easthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/ship-attacked-during-strait-of-hormuz-transit-and-other-news-from-the-middle-east#u45332Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:10:25 +0000A vessel was attacked while transiting the Strait of Hormuz, a strategic waterway connecting the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman. The incident resulted in a crew member being injured. The attack occurred as tensions remain high in the region. The Strait of Hormuz is a critical passage for global oil shipments.Why it mattersThe Strait of Hormuz has been a focal point of tensions between Iran and Western nations, particularly the United States. Iran has previously seized vessels in the area, and there have been concerns about potential disruptions to global oil supplies. The incident comes amid