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Iran signals possible reopening of the Strait of Hormuz

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has indicated that Tehran could consider reopening the strategically important Strait of Hormuz, linking any such move to an end to what he described as a US maritime blockade and military attacks on Iranian ports. The remarks, reported by Iran's ISNA news agency,......

Gulf unified tourist visa expected to simplify travel across six countries

The six Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries are moving closer to launching a unified tourist visa designed to make regional travel easier for international visitors and strengthen the Gulf’s position as a connected tourism destination. GCC Secretary-General Jassem Albudaiwi recently said......

Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz drops sharply amid rising maritime tensions

Commercial shipping activity through the Strait of Hormuz has fallen sharply in recent days, highlighting growing concerns over maritime security and the potential impact of escalating tensions on one of the world's most important energy corridors. Shipping data showed that an average of only 10......

Strait of Hormuz: A tanker hit by three unknown projectiles, no casualties reported

A tanker was struck by three projectiles while leaving the Strait of Hormuz, the British maritime security agency reported on Tuesday. No injuries or pollution have been reported, but the incident raises concerns about the safety of this strategic waterway in the Middle East. A new incident has disrupted......

Most Gulf stock markets fall as investors weigh tighter U.S. monetary policy

Most Gulf stock markets ended lower on Sunday as investors reacted cautiously to signals from the U.S. Federal Reserve that could point to tighter monetary policy and a possible interest-rate increase in September. Market sentiment weakened after Federal Reserve policymaker Kevin Warsh said at the central......

Iran and Oman Reach Agreement on Managing the Strait of Hormuz, According to the Revolutionary Guards

The Iranian Revolutionary Guards claim that Tehran and Muscat have reached several agreements regarding the management of the Strait of Hormuz, including the allocation of maritime spaces and revenues related to navigation. The situation regarding the Strait of Hormuz is evolving. The Iranian Revolutionary......

Oil tanker hit off Oman: unknown projectile damages vessel in the Strait of Hormuz

An oil tanker was struck by a projectile of undetermined origin while sailing off the coast of Oman, in a strategic area of the Strait of Hormuz. The impact severely damaged the engine room and immobilized the ship. No crew members were injured, according to initial reports from British maritime authorities. A......

Oil spill from grounded tanker threatens Oman’s coastline as emergency plans are activated

The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has announced that contingency measures are being prepared after an oil spill from the grounded tanker Caroline Bizengi was reported to be moving toward the coast of Oman. The United Nations maritime agency said oil was drifting off the northeastern coast......

Iran says Hormuz legislation leaves room for bilateral agreements

Iranian lawmakers have clarified that a proposed law concerning the Strait of Hormuz does not specifically name Russia, China or any other country, while leaving open the possibility of granting certain benefits through bilateral agreements. Aboulfazl Zohrevand, a member of Iran’s parliamentary......