Keywords: Maritime Security


EU naval mission boards sanctioned tanker linked to Russia’s shadow fleet in Mediterranean

A European Union naval mission led by Italy boarded a tanker linked to Russia's so-called "shadow fleet" on Sunday to verify the vessel's nationality and flag registration, according to the Italian Ministry of Defence. The operation was carried out by EUNAVFOR MED IRINI, the EU's......

Iran warns of possible closure of strategic waterways amid rising regional tensions

Iran has warned that continued regional tensions and increased military pressure could lead to stricter control or even the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and other strategically important maritime routes, raising fresh concerns over global energy security and international shipping. Senior Iranian......

Saudi Arabia launches 14-nation maritime coalition to safeguard Red Sea shipping

Saudi Arabia has announced the formation of a 14-country maritime coalition aimed at strengthening security across the Red Sea, the Bab al-Mandeb Strait and the Gulf of Aden, as regional tensions continue to threaten one of the world's most critical maritime trade corridors. The initiative comes......

Gulf Cooperation Council discusses Strait of Hormuz security and efforts to ease regional tensions

Foreign ministers from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) held a consultative meeting on Tuesday to discuss regional developments, with maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz and efforts to reduce tensions emerging as key topics. The meeting was held via videoconference and brought together the foreign......

Taiwan prepares naval blockade drill to strengthen defense readiness against potential Chinese pressure

Taiwan is preparing to deploy naval and coast guard vessels in a large-scale military exercise designed to simulate a maritime blockade by China, highlighting the island's growing emphasis on safeguarding critical supply routes during a potential regional crisis. The operation forms part of the......

Trump says frozen Iranian assets could be used to compensate vessels damaged in the Strait of Hormuz

US President Donald Trump said Washington could use Iranian assets currently frozen under US control to compensate commercial vessels that suffered damage in the Strait of Hormuz, describing the proposal as a fair response to the losses incurred. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One on Monday,......

Iran discusses Strait of Hormuz security with Saudi Arabia and Oman

Iran has intensified diplomatic consultations with its Gulf neighbors by holding high-level discussions on the security of the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most strategically important maritime corridors. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi held separate telephone conversations with his......

Morocco moves closer to acquiring submarines to strengthen its naval capabilities

Morocco appears to be moving closer to strengthening its naval capabilities with the possible acquisition of military submarines, according to a series of reports and statements from international defense industry players. Although Rabat has not officially announced a submarine procurement program, the......

Iran turns back five vessels attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz

Iranian authorities have reportedly turned back five vessels after six ships attempted to cross what Tehran described as an unauthorized and unsafe route in the southern part of the Strait of Hormuz. An Iranian official said the incident occurred in the early hours of Monday, when six vessels allegedly......